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RI Food System Factbook

RI FOOD SYSTEM FACTBOOK

The RI Food System Factbook is an annual publication created by the Rhode Island Food Policy Council. Its purpose is to raise awareness about food system issues across Rhode Island and, educate key decision-makers on ways to improve food policy and regulatory environment, and increase public and private investment in our farmers, fishers, and food businesses.

This data-driven report provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of Rhode Island’s food system based on the best available research and data. The report includes information for the state of Rhode Island and each city and town. It tracks the progress of 40 indicators across five different areas of food system health and well-being, including Food Economy, Food Access & Security, Agriculture & Land Use, Commercial Fisheries & Aquaculture, and Climate Change.

Explore each graph and chart interactively on our Data Dashboard.

2025 Food System Factbook

This data-driven snapshot, incorporating the best available research, tracking the progress of about 40 indicators across five areas: