F3 Local is a regional initiative working to build a more inclusive and resilient food economy in California's San Joaquin Valley. Through practical programs grounded in the realities of small-scale agriculture, F3 Local connects farmers, food entrepreneurs, and community members to the tools, training, and markets they need to grow. F3's work encompasses the Counties of Fresno, Madera, Merced, Kings and Tulare with funding through May of 2027.
Shared equipment, on-farm research, and one-on-one guidance that help small-scale farmers adopt affordable technology, reduce costs, and reach new markets.
Coaching, training, marketing, and distribution support that help food entrepreneurs start or grow their business and connect with local buyers.
Opportunities to support local farmers and food businesses and learn more about healthy and nutritious food.
Applied research that addresses the pressing needs of local farmers and food businesses
Access specialized farm tools without the high upfront cost. Equipment is available through the Kearney Agricultural Research and Extension Center in Parlier.
Farmers, researchers, engineers, and AgTech developers working together to co-create tools for small farms. The focus is on solutions that are affordable, scalable, and effective.
Whether you farm a few acres, run a food business, or want to collaborate, we'd love to talk about how F3 Local can support your work or connect you to the right resources. Tracy Celio, Regional Director, is the front door.
The F3 Local team brought consumer testing to the Big Fresno Fair. Through four pop-up tests, fairgoers discovered local food products while helping small businesses better understand their customers.
Cultiva La Salud has broken ground on Cocina La Salud, a community kitchen built to give Fresno's mobile food vendors a permitted, industrial space to prepare and store their food safely and legally.
F3 Local has conducted a needs assessment among small farmers and food entrepreneurs across Fresno, Kings, Madera, Merced, and Tulare counties.
550 E Shaw Ave., Suite 210-B
Fresno, CA 93710
United States
