Land For Good announced on Apr. 28 a job opening for the position of New England Program Manager. The organization said, “The New England Program Manager will fill a key role in the organization by directly advising and educating on farmland access and transfer planning in southern New England (Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and/or Connecticut), and supporting region-wide program development and delivery. This full-time position reports to the Executive Director and will work closely with other leadership staff and the field team.”
This announcement is significant as it addresses issues related to farmland access and transfer planning in southern New England, areas where support for sustainable agriculture is needed.
New Hampshire Food Alliance plays an important role in strengthening local food systems through community events and partnerships, according to the official website of New Hampshire Food Alliance. The alliance operates under the University of New Hampshire, as reported by its official website.
Efforts by the alliance focus on building a fair and sustainable local food network by engaging community members across different regions, according to information available from its official website. Its influence extends statewide through collaborations with organizations such as UNH Extension and NOFA-NH, as stated on their website.
Additionally, resources like strategic planning tools and discussion series are offered by the alliance to further support regional food initiatives (source).
The addition of a new program manager at Land For Good may help strengthen ongoing efforts toward sustainable agriculture throughout southern New England.