Greater Philadelphia has a rich agricultural community, a diverse distribution and transportation network, and nationally recognized nonprofit and for-profit food system stakeholders. DVRPC's food system planning program aims to assist stakeholders in recognizing these advantages, and works to overcome the challenges to create a more sustainable and resilient food system.
DVRPC's past food system planning efforts include:
- Montgomery County Local Food Promotion Study -- Full Report and Brochure
- Cultivating Camden: The City's Food Economy Strategy -- Full Report and Status Report
- Greener Pastures for New Farmers
- Transforming Open Space to Sustainable Farm Enterprises -- Full Report and Brochure
- Greater Philadelphia Food Systems Study
- Greater Philadelphia Food System Study - Appendices
- Greater Philadelphia Food System Study - Executive Summary
- Eating Here: The Greater Philadelphia Food System Plan
- Eating Here: Cultivating a Robust Food System in Greater Philadelphia - Summary
- Food System Planning - Municipal Implementation Tool #018