Connecting our region’s eaters and farmers to grow a thriving local food community.

The Food Circle is a nonprofit organization who works to create food systems that deeply value local food and farmers. We inform and empower both eaters and farmers through education, collaboration and advocacy.

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Our Members

Members of the KC Food Circle promote a sustainable regional food system in Kansas City by connecting eaters and institutions with farmers committed to growing and raising organic and sustainably grown food for their local community. The KC Food Circle includes a network of over 100 farmers, local food businesses and partners, all operating within a 120 mile radius of Kansas City. These farmers have pledged to meet high standards for growing plants and mushrooms, beekeeping, and raising animals. Local Food Business members have committed to sourcing from or supporting our growers, helping to keep your food dollars circulating in our local economy.

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Latest News

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Welcome to The Food Circle!

06/6/2025

We’re thrilled to introduce you to The Food Circle, a new nonprofit organization founded in January 2025 by Claire Sinovic (me) and Rachael McGinnis Millsap, a.k.a your Co-Executive Directors! We’re on a mission to strengthen our regional food system through education, collaboration, and advocacy.

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Your Guide to Eating Local: Explore the KC Food Circle Member Directory & Eat Local Map

06/6/2025

Looking to eat more local food this season? Whether you’re filling your fridge, planning a special event, or just want to know where your food comes from, we’ve got the tools to help you make it happen with ease and confidence.

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5 Tips for Navigating Farmers Markets This Summer

06/9/2025

I love all the seasons for different reasons, but summer at the farmers market? It’s truly something special. Stalls are overflowing with ripe tomatoes, sweet berries, crisp cucumbers, fragrant herbs, bubbly fermented drinks and so much more.

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