Become a Member of RVGA
Thanks for your interest in becoming a member of the Rondout Valley Growers Association.
We are a nonprofit organization in Ulster County, deeply rooted both in farming and community. We’re committed to celebrating, educating, and advocating about the importance of local farming. We work to inspire and engage all generations in order to create a sustainable local food system and strong agricultural fabric.
Mission
To strengthen our community and economy by supporting local agriculture.
Vision
A world nourished by local farms.
Member Benefits
- There are no annual membership dues.
- Your farm's information is listed in our online Food & Farm Finder, which lists our members, offers keyword searches for offerings, hours, and more, and displays a Google Map of each farm's location.
- You are able to apply for our FarmDirect Micro-Grants when they are offered.
- You'll receive our weekly Farmer-to-Farmer and monthly Farmscape newsletters.
- If you're having sales or have information you'd like our supporters to know about, it will be added to our online Farm News page.
- RVGA’s website has an online Events Calendar, and member events can be posted.
- Some content from your social media accounts will be shared or reposted to our accounts, which have a combined reach of about 3,000 followers.
- If you offer a CSA, you’ll be added to our online CSA page.
- If you are a vendor at a farmers market, it will be added to our Farmers Markets page.
- You are invited to attend our Annual Farmers Meeting & Dinner.
Once you complete the form below, your membership will be set up and you’ll receive an email confirmation.
It’s that easy! If you have any questions about membership or the benefits you’ll receive, please contact Office@RondoutValleyGrowers.org .