Every week at Seasonal Roots, our Hub bursts into action as our partners arrive with freshly harvested and handcrafted local foods. As a member, you don’t just get access to this incredible bounty – you become a vital part of a community dedicated to supporting local farmers, artisans, and neighbors. When you eat better, you live and love better, and that’s at the focus of our mission.
By joining Seasonal Roots, you’re embracing the philosophy of neighbors helping neighbors. Our local farmers, many of whom are multi-generational, have deep roots in the community around us. They use safe, sustainable farming practices that protect their land for future generations. These farmers are committed to working with nature, ensuring that their produce, humanely raised livestock, and customers all thrive.
We also partner with local food artisans who craft fresh, handmade items from whole ingredients. Their prepared foods are not only delicious and nutritious but also convenient, adding local flavor and care to all your meals. Every order our members make supports these dedicated individuals, who are passionate about their business.
Our commitment to sustainability extends beyond sourcing and supporting local. We operate with a focus on environmentally friendly practices, including our delivery system. Our team of Veggie Fairies, made up of local members, delivers to neighborhoods near them. This means that our products are never shipped long distances, significantly reducing our carbon footprint and ensuring that you receive the freshest goods while supporting a more sustainable model of distribution.
When you join the Seasonal Roots community, you’re not just getting access to fresh, local produce and handcrafted artisan goods – you’re helping the community around you. Your membership supports the livelihoods of our local partners, ensuring that they can continue their important work for years to come. You can learn more about the farmer or artisan who produced each item offered in our online farmers market on our website. We prioritize transparency on who we work with, so you can make informed choices about every item in your order.
We believe in reducing food waste, so any surplus produce at the end of the week is donated to local organizations. Our Community Partnership Coordinator, Marie, ensures that nothing goes to waste. These donations support a range of community partners who work tirelessly to get nutritious food to those in need. Our partnerships with organizations like Fonticello Food Forest, St. Thomas’ Food Pantry, 5Loaves, and Richmond Food Not Bombs exemplify our commitment to making a positive impact.
Becoming a Seasonal Roots member means more than just enjoying delicious food. It means supporting sustainable farming practices, helping local farmers and artisans thrive, and ensuring that everyone in our community has access to healthy, nutritious food. Join us today and become part of a movement that’s making a real difference in our community.
About Seasonal Roots
Since 2011, Seasonal Roots’ online farmers market has connected Virginia families with local family farmers who use sustainable, humane practices. Our neighborhood market managers – who believe in living better through scrumptious, healthy eating, being kind to animals, protecting the environment, and spreading joy – home-deliver freshly harvested produce, pastured eggs, grass fed dairy and meat, plus artisan fare. We empower our members to eat better and live better with more nutritious, flavorful food that’s good for us and good for the planet. More info at seasonalroots.com.