Food is a vital component to making a sustainable community.  Supporting the local economy by buying from Minnesota farmers and being healthy through access to nutritious food is a goal of the City of Saint Paul.  With an activist community around food issues, Saint Paul is creating an environment that is supportive and encouraging of increased consumption, production and distribution of healthy, sustainable and locally grown food.

The City of Saint Paul supports many initiatives to help achieve this goal, including increasing access to community garden sites, conducting an agricultural zoning study, and participating in the joint Saint Paul-Ramsey County Food and Nutrition Commission.

Use this site to learn about City services, programs and community resources that support healthy food access and urban food production.

Urban Food Production Information on community gardens, renting land, water access, and more.	Healthy Food Access  Find affordable healthy food at schools, farmers' markets & local farms.	Community Connections  Find a community kitchen, join a gardening resource hub, and discover other local resources.
Zoning & Permits Learn about the urban agriculture zoning study, plus animals & structures permitted in the City.	Food Waste Discover where you can donate fresh produce, or turn food waste into livestock feed or compost.	Saint Paul Food Projects Learn about the latest food projects and activities in the city.