MEET THE OWNER
Eric Simpson
Eric is the owner of New Eden ecosystem, the current Project Manager for the West Georgia Cooperative and Board of Director's Secretary. He has worked hard the last 14 years to build New Eden ecosystem into a sustainable environment. His choice of diverse livestock is what contributes to a balanced ecosystem on the farm.
Come out to West Georgia Farmers Coop Farmers Market to experience the quality meats and vegetables that are grown at New Eden.
Proud Member of the WGFC
We asked Eric Simpson, a farmer-member, active leader, and board member of the West Georgia Farmer’s Cooperative, what the words "Black Food Co-op Futures" mean to him:
"To me, ‘Black Food Co-op Futures’ speaks to an aim, goal, and accomplishment of community food system ownership. Historically, Black communities here in the United States south rarely have had Black-owned full-service grocery stores since the 1970s. Even fewer co-op owned stores. Therefore, Black Food Co-op Futures is a vision that we can see, build, and experience."
For fresh produce and more from the farmers, come out to the WGFC Farmers' Market on Cannon Street, Lagrange, Ga.
For more on this interview and others with Eric, check out the In the Community.
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