
NC FOODWAYS
Transforming food production, distribution, and access in North Carolina
Join us in revolutionizing North Carolina's food systems. Together, we can create a sustainable, just, and thriving future by advancing opportunities for small farmers and food entrepreneurs,increasing market availability for NC-grown foods, reducing distribution costs, and promoting the accessibility of nutritious foods at competitive prices.Together, let's make a difference and shape a better tomorrow for North Carolina's food system
The North Carolina FoodWorks Center (NCFWC) will drive economic growth
and strengthen local food systems by addressing critical infrastructure
gaps. This state-of-the-art facility will:
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Enhance market access for small and rural farms.
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Boost value-added production.
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Optimize statewide food distribution.
These solutions will empower economic, community, and health impacts
across rural and underserved communities.
The North Carolina FoodWorks Center creates the infrastructure and systems at a scale to support a truly local and resilient food system.


Facility
Services
100,000+ Square Feet
Individual Kitchen Spaces
Shared-use Kitchen Spaces
Shared Equipment
Institutional Kitchen Space
Warehousing
Loading Docks
Cold Storage
Office and Classroom Space
Aggregation
Warehousing
Cold Chain
Production
Distribution
Education
Job Training

Partnerships
Aggregators and Food Hubs
Emerging Value-added Processors
Existing Value-added Processors
Institutional Food Suppliers
Local Retail Food Stores
Colleges & Universities
Governmental Programs
Health and Wellness Programs
Consumers