The FarmCoast Documentary (Teaser)

Produced by Ethan de Aguiar & The Marion Institute A region of abundance— a food system at risk. Drive through Southeastern Massachusetts and you’ll see fertile land, working farms, thriving fisheries, and vibrant farmers’ markets. The Southcoast is rich in local food sources—rooted in generations of knowledge, care, and connection to the land and sea. But beneath that abundance lies a more fragile reality. Farmers, fishers, and food producers are facing mounting challenges: rising costs, labor shortages, climate pressures, and broken supply chains. At the same time, locally grown food is too often lost due to gaps in distribution—while food insecurity continues to impact communities across the region. Without intervention, this imbalance could lead to a growing food crisis. 🌾 About the Film The FarmCoast Documentary is a powerful new project from The Marion Institute and its Southcoast Food Policy Council—created in collaboration with award-winning filmmaker Ethan de Aguiar. More than a portrait of farmland, FarmCoast reveals a living, interconnected system—where farmers, fishermen, food producers, and advocates are working every day to sustain the region. Through cinematic storytelling, intimate interviews, and real-world perspectives, this film goes beyond surface-level imagery to explore the deeper challenges—and possibilities—within our regional food system. 🔍 Why This Matters This documentary is more than a film—it’s a catalyst for change. It is designed to: Amplify the voices of local farmers, fishers, and food producers Educate and inspire action around food policy and food justice Raise awareness of the growing food system challenges in our region Strengthen support for a more resilient, equitable local food network 🤝 Be Part of the Movement The Southcoast Food Policy Council, a program of The Marion Institute, is working to build a thriving, inclusive, and regionally connected food system. This film is a critical tool in that effort—and you can help bring it to life. 👉 Support the project 👉 Share this story 👉 Help amplify the voices that sustain us Learn more here: https://www.marioninstitute.org/farmcoast-documentary/