Avian Flu Update
You may have heard about avian avian influenza viruses impacting wild birds in New Jersey. There are now confirmed cases in Bucks County as well. With prolonged freezing temperatures this winter, many natural water...
Mar 2026 6
Community News
Feb 2026 3
Why a Cold Winter Still Matters for Farmers, Gardeners—and All of Us
Beneath frozen ground and bare branches, winter temperatures trigger biological processes that limit pests, reset plant growth, and shape the success of the growing season ahead.
Jul 2025 2
Learn About the Good Folk Project
It all started with some donated zucchini starters in the middle of the pandemic. Now the Good Folk Project is growing 1,000s of pounds of vegetables for neighbors in need. Learn more about this impactful local organization here!Â
Sep 2024 1
Lights out for migrating birds
by Jade Greene Every fall, millions of birds cross the skies to reach their overwintering grounds. One way we can help these incredible birds on their journey is to turn off non-essential outdoor lights and close...
Jun 2023 1
Feed A Family Support A Family Farm Program is Back in 2023!
We are thrilled, another season of our impactful Feed A Family Support A Family Farm Program is ready to go this year! The program aims to expand access to healthy local produce by providing excess produce from...
Dec 2022 2
Where would be be without volunteers?
Volunteers are the lifeblood of Bucks County Foodshed Alliance! With their energy and passion, support our mission to connect local food and farms with the community. We want to acknowledge all the amazing folks who...
Nov 2022 18
New Retail Initiative Launched By Bucks County’s Owowcow Creamery
By Jeff Werner, Patch.com OTTSVILLE, PA — As this year’s holiday season ramps up, Owowcow is launching a new retail program with a dual purpose: to partner with like-minded, mission-driven businesses who support...
Nov 2022 5
BCFA Fights Food Insecurity and Waste
Food insecurity and waste are both major issues impacting Bucks County and beyond. There are over 63,000 residents of Bucks County who are hungry or food insecure, including many children (1). When these residents...
Jul 2022 26
Snipes Farm and Education Center receives grants
Snipes Farm and Education Center has received two state grants, with the help of Senator Steve Santarsiero. The grants support Snipes Farm & Education Center’s mission to share produce with seniors in our...
Apr 2022 30
Wrightstown Farmers Market Announces Opening Day May 7
Joyce Marin of Macungie Mountain Herb Farm granting a wish from the Pink Hibiscus Magic Teapot (every Saturday at the Market). The Wrightstown Farmers Market opens its regular market season on May 7th and runs ...
Aug 2021 24
Doylestown Market on its way to Accepting EBT
We are excited to announce that the Doylestown Farmers’ Market (DFM) will be accepting SNAP (supplemental nutrition assistance program) this fall. The SNAP Program (formerly called the Food Stamp Program) provides...
Aug 2020 20
Future Bucks County Farming Exhibit: Community Survey
Bucks County Foodshed Alliance is collaborating with the Mercer Museum and we need your help to shape the content of an upcoming exhibit! This exhibit will focus on the agricultural innovations and inventions of...
