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The Growing for Kane Program

The Growing for Kane Program (Ordinance No. 1 3-240) was approved by the County Board in 2013 to provide new policy tools and guidance for increasing community access to fresh, healthy, and locally grown foods. The Growing for Kane Program and Ordinance were recommendations of Kane County's 2013 Health Impact Assessment (HIA). The report outlines several strategies for increasing the supply of locally grown foods, benefiting farmers and urban growers, as well as supporting networks that make fresh grown foods more accessible for the community.

The Growing for Kane Program was launched to support food growers in all areas of the county operating at any scale of production. Since the program's inception, the Kane County Agriculture Committee and County Board have directed numerous projects to support growers including grant programs, technical trainings, and food system studies. The County also plays a role in connecting local producers with buyers, distributors, and other value chain contributors to help expand their economic opportunities.

About This Page

This resource page includes links to information about active and completed Growing for Kane projects and opportunities. A section of this page also includes a list of resources available to farmers offered by partners and other aligned organizations. Kane County farmers that are interested in protecting their land with an agricultural conservation easement can visit the Farmland Protection Program webpage to learn more.

You can subscribe to the Growing for Kane e-newsletter for the latest updates on Growing for Kane projects and other resources available to growers and food system stakeholders. This publication includes announcements of funding opportunities, training and technical assistance programs, and new market / sales opportunities. Start receiving the e-newsletter today.

Questions about the Growing for Kane Program can be directed to TansleyMatthew@KaneCountyIL.gov or 630-232-3493.