La Semilla Food Center

Established in 2010, La Semilla Food Center is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization based in Anthony, NM. Our mission is to foster a healthy, self-reliant, fair, and sustainable food system in the Paso del Norte region of southern New Mexico and El Paso, TX. We are committed to building strong relationships and creating empowering spaces for youth and families to grow and cook good food, create positive change, and foster connections among food, health, and local economies.

Established in 2010, La Semilla Food Center is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization based in Anthony, NM. Our mission is to foster a healthy, self-reliant, fair, and sustainable food system in the Paso del Norte region of southern New Mexico and El Paso, TX. We are committed to building strong relationships and creating empowering spaces for youth and families to grow and cook good food, create positive change, and foster connections among food, health, and local economies. We do this through six vibrant, community-centered, and land-based programs: Community Farm, Farm Fresh, Farm to School, Community Education, Policy, and Storytelling. Through all of our programs, we create spaces for our community to share their stories and knowledge to uplift community dignity and promote equity and justice in our organization, region, and national food system. Learn more about our work by reading Our Story. Our Programs Check Us out on Bluesky! Our Mission La Semilla Food Center’s mission is to foster a healthy, self-reliant, fair, and sustainable food system in the Paso del Norte region of southern New Mexico and El Paso, Texas. Our Vision We are committed to building strong relationships and creating empowering spaces for youth and families to grow and cook good food, create positive change, and foster connections between food, health, and local economies. Get involved Join our team and get involved! Use your creativity and passion to take an active role by fundraising, donating, or spreading awareness for our cause. Water Stories We have a right to know water, its history, and stories. La Semilla convened seven artists from across the region in a Food Stories Institute to learn about water and develop storytelling projects. See the projects Volunteer Days at Our Farm Join us at our farm to reconnect with the land, tend to our crops, and learn more about our growing practices. Registration is required. Learn More + Register Food, Land, and Us: A Look at the Farm Bill From the Paso del Norte Region La Semilla presents a Farm Bill zine, which tells the story of the U.S. agricultural policy and its impact on our communities. View, Download, + Order Farm Fresh Boxes Farm boxes are available for purchase on a weekly basis and include local produce and products from La Semilla Community Farm and partner farmers. Pick-up and delivery options are available. SNAP friendly! Learn More + Buy produce La Semilla Blog Check out our blog to read stories about our work to cultivate a nurturing food system. Read our stories La Semilla in the News Check out recent media features and interviews about our growing work. See articles