Hannaford Supermarkets donated $250,000 to the American Farmland Trust, Farmer Relief Fund to assist producers impacted by COVID-19.  Due to closing of restaurants, schools and farmers’ markets, many producers have suffered from loss of income.  Mike Vail President of Hannaford Supermarkets stated “we have long highlighted locally-grown products in all of our stores and this donation is an extension of our commitment to farmers and producers who serve such an integral role in nourishing our communities, preserving farmland and encouraging sustainability.”

Hannaford Supermarket located in Scarborough, ME. a division of Ahold Delhaize operates 183 stores in northeast states.  The American Farmland Trust Farmer Relief Fund has assisted more than 1,000 local farms by establishing distribution sites and helping with management of small farming enterprises.