As a critical link in every food system, farmers have much to gain through LFP certification.

Once you're LFP certified, we can help you revolutionize your current business strategy by giving you access to new markets, including colleges and universities, public and private schools, municipalities, hospitals, corporate cafeterias, daycares, retailers, and restaurants.

As part of this innovative approach, LFP plays the vital role of authenticating the branding of local sustainable production systems -a crucial component to linking you with local buyers.

We open doors and facilitate meetings with local processors, distributors, and institutional purchasers while giving you the freedom to negotiate deals that work best for your business. You can reduce risk by working with institutional buyers to create stable and predictable markets.

With LFP certification, you can add value by differentiating your products in the local marketplace. If you're a conventional producer who uses sustainable practices, you can certify LFP to differentiate yourself from other conventional products and to receive credit in the marketplace for your social and ecological practices. If you're an organic producer, you can certify LFP to differentiate yourself from imported and industrial organic products.

We also offer a full range of marketing and educational support, including the licensed use of the LFP certification logo and listings in local food directories.

Show local purchasers that you have gone the distance by certifying Local Food Plus.

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Please direct other inquiries to:

Mike Schreiner
Vice President
1965 Queen Street East, Suite 2
Toronto, Ontario M4L 1H9
Tel: (416) 699-6070 ext. 223
Email Market Development

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