The profile details Common Market Co-op’s commitment to sustainable practices, including local sourcing from within 200 miles, extensive waste reduction programs, recycling initiatives, and community food donation efforts. These practices reflect an ethical business model that prioritizes environmental stewardship and local community well‐being.

The 2023 annual report outlines The Common Market’s forward commitment program, which shifts institutional food purchasing to advanced seasonal planning. The initiative supports local, diverse, and climate-resilient supply chains by guaranteeing market access for BIPOC and underserved farmers, reinforcing community ties and bolstering local economies.

The Common Market Co-op launched its 2023 Forward Commitment Program, transitioning from week-to-week orders to seasonal, guaranteed purchases. In this initiative, about 20 institutions, notably higher education sites, committed $400,000 in advanced orders from BIPOC growers, fostering values‐aligned procurement and contributing to an $86.3 million economic impact that bolsters local economies and supports marginalized producers.

In 2023, Common Market Co-op launched its Forward Commitment Program, partnering with institutions and leveraging USDA initiatives to secure long-term purchasing agreements that support sustainable, equitable, and resilient local food systems. The program emphasizes diversity, equity and the promotion of BIPOC and small-scale farmers by moving away from on-demand ordering to multi-season, guaranteed purchases that benefit local communities.