As part of LFP’s goal of helping to build local sustainable food systems, we have developed a set of overarching principles that guide our work, actions, and standards.

1. Link local food producers and eaters to boost community, health, and environmental benefits.
2. Reduce the distance between farmers and eaters to promote vibrant regional economies.
3. Reduce or eliminate the use of synthetic pesticides and fertilizers.
4. Reduce agriculture pollution by protecting and conserving soil and water resources.
5. Promote safe and fair working conditions for farm workers and viable incomes for farmers.
6. Raise animals in humane conditions without the use of growth stimulating hormones, sub-therapeutic antibiotics, or animal by-products.
7. Conserve and enhance wildlife habitat and ecological diversity.
8. Reduce the use of fossil fuels throughout the entire food chain.
9. Produce crops and raise animals without the use of genetic engineering.
10. Encourage closed-looped systems that conserve and recycle nutrients.