Rhode Island Agriculture Consisting of six primary program areas, the Agriculture section of RIDEM's Division of Agriculture and Forest Environment works to sustain, promote and enhance Rhode Island's agricultural viability today and for generations to come. Farm Ranch Stress Assistance Network RI (FRSAN RI) Help Is On the Way! DEM Division of Agriculture and the Center for Mediation and Collaboration are partnering to launch a mental health and wellness program for farmers, commercial fishers, and workers in forestry-related industries. The RI Produce Safety Portal is now LIVE for online registration and online submission of PSR exemption applications Become GAP Certified Sign-up for the RI GAP/PSR training waitlist to find out when new training dates become available! Spotted Lanternfly, an invasive pest targeting plants and trees, has been detected for first time in Rhode Island. Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program: From March 1 through April 15, eligible Rhode Island seniors can sign up to receive a free box of fresh produce with a value of $20 for the first round of the new bulk purchase program. Find resources and inspiration for RI institutional food buyers and sellers with the Wholesale Readiness Resource Bank Find Locally-Grown Fruits and Vegetables from Rhode Island Farmers COVID-19 Resources for RI Farmers Grower Resource: The Legal Food Hub of the Conservation Law Foundation connects income–eligible farmers, food businesses, and the organizations that support them to FREE legal services for a wide range of legal issues Harvesting Rhode Island TV series spotlights state’s farms, unusual crops NE Ag Exchange An online forum for agriculture in the New England, free and open to the public Rhode Island Food Strategy Efforts are underway to implement an actionable vision for food in our state. FINE Metrics Dashboard Farm to Institution New England report and statistics GAP Grower Certification Program A voluntary program for growers, part of a nationwide food safety effort. RI Seafood Learn about efforts to identify and promote seafood landed in Rhode Island by commercial fishermen, as well as seafood grown in Rhode Island waters by commercial farmers. Local Foods Odds are good there's a farmers' market, roadside stand, or CSA very close to you. Let us help you find them! Prev Next Slide 1 Slide 2 Slide 3 Slide 4 Slide 5 Slide 6 Slide 7 Slide 8 Slide 9 Slide 10 Slide 11 Slide 12 Slide 13 Slide 14 Slide 15 Slide 16 News & Highlights LASA Grant Program The Local Agriculture and Seafood Act (LASA) Grant Program provides grants that directly benefit and strengthen the local food system in Rhode Island. The RIDEM Division of Agriculture will award between $550,000 and $600,000 in this grant round. View the latest grant awards. Learn more Avian Influenza DEM is working closely with Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) on monitoring and surveilling highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). Learn more Farm Ranch Stress Assistance Network RI (FRSAN RI) Help Is On the Way! DEM Division of Agriculture and the Center for Mediation and Collaboration are partnering to launch a mental health and wellness program for farmers, commercial fishers, and workers in forestry-related industries. Learn More Spotted Lanternfly DEM's Cooperative Agricultural Pest Survey (CAPS) Program has confirmed that Spotted Lanternfly, an invasive pest targeting plants and trees, has been detected in Rhode Island. Learn more and report sightings Get Fresh, Buy Local! Find locally grown food including pick-your-own orchards, pumpkin patches, turkey farms, and more! Find RI Grown Food Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program Eligible Rhode Island seniors can sign up to receive a free box of fresh produce provided by local farmers. Learn more Receipt of Unsolicited Seeds Do Not Plant Unsolicited Seeds. Do Not Throw Unsolicited Seeds In The Trash. Residents across Rhode Island have reported receiving unsolicited packages that appear to have originated in a foreign country and contain seeds. USDA Resource: Buying and Selling Plants and Seeds Online Learn more Produce Safety Program Updates Subscribe to our mailing list for the latest news on produce safety! * indicates required Email Address * First Name Last Name Business Name Find RI Farmer's Markets Upcoming Events Nov 30 Rhode Island’s Most Important Forest Definition 6:00pm 7:00pm Dec 6 Grant Webinar: Rhode Island's Urban Forest Assistance Program 1:00pm 2:00pm Dec 6 7 High Tunnel Production Conference: Revitalizing Your Tunnel Vision Location: Fireside Inn and Suites 25 Airport Road West Lebanon, NH 03784 All day
Dec 6 7 High Tunnel Production Conference: Revitalizing Your Tunnel Vision Location: Fireside Inn and Suites 25 Airport Road West Lebanon, NH 03784 All day