Why invest in local?

Our national food system is under strain and the need to invest in local systems has never been greater. Between special interest groups tipping the scales in their favor, large food industry monopolies creating supply chain bottlenecks, and climate change wreaking havoc on growing conditions, it’s apparent that the old nationwide food system is unsustainable and in need of an overhaul. Having a society dependent on large-scale industrial farming has its consequences. We can see the effects on our environment through soil depletion and carbon emissions, and we can feel the effects of the loss of small-scale family farms. When we lose mom & pop operations, we also lose bio-diversity and an important key to food sovereignty on the local level. 

To bolster the local food system, it’s imperative to not only support preexisting farmers & producers but encourage new farmers and food producers to get into the business too! We need a thriving marketplace for producers to generate revenue and a lasting foundation for them to grow their businesses over time. This is where the Tulsa Farmers’ Market comes in!

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As an independent market, and a 501c3 organization, TFM is made possible by the generous support of its donors and sponsors. Without this investment, TFM struggles to carry out the basic operations our vendors rely on and the local food system becomes at risk of being weakened. By becoming a sponsor of TFM today you are ensuring strength and stability in the local food economy for farmers and customers alike. 

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This is your call to action: Help build a resilient food system by becoming a TFM sponsor today. Click here for sponsorship details or message us to learn how you can support our mission.