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10/23/2026
But you know what would actually be scary? 👻Missing out on fresh, seasonal produce this weekend just because you don't know where the closest farmers market it. Click the link for a map of farmers markets across Texas that support fair access to fresh local food as part of our Double Up Texas network: https://bit.ly/4yMcYoR
With Double Up Texas, SNAP participants get DOUBLE the benefits to spend on fresh fruits and veggies, boosting farmer sales and expanding access to fresh, nutritious food.
It's also the last few weeks to use seasonal WIC Vouchers at participating markets in Texas. If you picked up Vouchers this year, be sure to spend them before they expire on October 31!
10/21/2026
Now through October, WIC families can take advantage of the Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP). Markets are located throughout Austin and Sustainable Food Center is available to assist.
10/21/2026
A warm thank-you to Sustainable Food Center for sponsoring our 7th Annual Farm to Table Dinner! Your support helps us celebrate local growers and gather around the table while raising funds for Brownsville Wellness Coalition’s community wellness programs.
Thank you for helping make this evening possible and supporting a healthier future for Brownsville. 💛
10/20/2026
Fall foods? 👀 Squash is in season across Texas and squash boats are a delicious and nutritious option to enjoy Texas produce! Recipe via Legume a Day: https://alegumeaday.com/beany-squash-boats/
Ingredients you can buy locally:
- Squash
- Onion
- Garlic
- Tomato
- Mushroom
Pro tip: do market shopping before going to the grocery store to see if your market has what you need!
Ingredients you might need from the store:
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Cheese
- Sausage of choice
10/16/2026
“Oh, look. Another glorious morning. Makes me sick!” — Winifred Sanderson🧙🪄 Winnie might not be a morning person, but luckily Texas farmers, bakers, makers, and market managers are! It’s the weekend, and that means a spellbinding selection of fresh, local ingredients will be available at a farmers’ market near you.
Find your local Texas market that supports fair access to fresh, local food on any budget: https://bit.ly/4yMcYoR
Our Double Up Food Bucks Texas network includes 100+ Texas farmers’ markets and grocery stores where shoppers spending SNAP receive DOUBLE the benefits to spend on fresh fruits and veggies. Stop by the market info booth to double SNAP benefits with Double Up Texas. While you’re there, ask about other food access and nutrition education programs!
10/16/2026
Save the Date – Join us on April 29, 2027 for Farm to Plate! 🗓️🌱Each year, we come together to celebrate progress toward a Texas where everyone has fair access to fresh, local food.
All proceeds from this seven-course dinner featuring expert w**e pairings plus cocktail hour support SFC’s ongoing work to nourish Texas health land, and livelihood by expanding access to fresh food while boosting farmer sales. 💚Tickets and chef lineup TBA.
Why attend or sponsor Farm to Plate? From ingredients, to chefs, to farmers, Texas has it all. But not everyone has fair access to the fresh, nutritious produce the land provides, and the small farmers who steward Texas land face challenges to earning a livelihood.
SFC programs like our statewide produce incentive program Double Up Food Bucks Texas, nutrition education, advocacy and coalition building at the state and local level, and Austin-based farmers’ markets are cultivating a better food future. Will you take your seat at the table? Learn more about SFC’s Farm to Plate: https://youtu.be/QZT8pRbnf24?si=9prfsN9JZibovoe1
10/12/2026
Indigenous culture shapes our world today and every day, down to the word for the State Tree of Texas, the pecan! 🌳 These days, Texas is one of the top three pecan-producing states in the nation, and pecans are coming into season NOW. Next time you enjoy a Texas-grown pecan, remember pecans are a taste of Texas that go back nearly 9,000 years.
10/09/2026
The verdict is 🥁 GUILTY of being an autumn: 🍂 🍏 persimmons, pears, apples, pumpkins, squash, potatoes, onions, garlic, pecans, and some late summer hold outs including tomatoes and cucumbers. 🍏🍂
Find a farmers’ market anywhere in Texas that offers seasonal favorites and supports fair access to fresh, local food through SFC’s Double Up Food Bucks Texas program: https://bit.ly/4yMcYoR
With Double Up Texas, shoppers spending SNAP receive a dollar-for-dollar match on benefits to spend on fresh fruits and vegetables at 100+ farmers’ markets and grocery stores across Texas. 💚
Address
2921 E 17th Street, Bldg C
Austin, TX
78702
For public transport:
- Take the MetroRail to Plaza Saltillo Station
- Walk south on Comal Street towards E 4th Street
- Turn left onto E 4th Street and continue straight
- Turn right onto Chicon Street and walk until you reach E 17th Street
For driving/parking:
- From I-35, take exit 234C for 6th-12th Streets
- Merge onto I-35 Frontage Road
- Turn right onto E 6th Street
- Continue straight on E 6th Street until you reach Chicon Street
- Turn left onto Chicon Street and then turn right onto E 17th Street
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| Monday |
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| Tuesday |
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| Wednesday |
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| Thursday |
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| Friday |
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What people say
Sustainable Food Center on E 17th Street in Austin is a beacon of hope for our local food system. With roots dating back to 1975 as Austin Community Gardens, this establishment has been dedicated to transforming the way we think about food since its founding in 1993.
At Sustainable Food Center, the mission is clear: to nourish our health, land, and livelihood by revolutionizing the food system. Their commitment to sustainability and community well-being shines through in every initiative they undertake.
One standout program is Double Up Food Bucks Texas, which doubles SNAP and WIC benefits at local farmers' markets, grocery stores, and mobile markets. This not only ensures that more nutritious fruits and veggies reach those in need but also supports local farmers and promotes environmental stewardship.
By supporting Sustainable Food Center, you are not just investing in fresh, local produce; you are contributing to a healthier community and a more sustainable future. Whether it's through participating in giving events like Amplify Austin Day or enjoying free tastings with a Farm to Plate ticket, every interaction with SFC leaves a positive impact.
Join the movement towards equitable access to fresh, local food by donating or getting involved with Sustainable Food Center today. Your support will help them continue their vital work of building a more resilient and nourishing food system for all.
