Local Suppliers
Muhlenberg Dining takes pride in providing a nutritionally balanced, appealing selection of food to meet varying lifestyles of our customers through unique and engaging experiences. Sustainable dining is an important component to that balance. We believe in enriching the quality of life for Muhlenberg by connecting with the traditions of local agriculture. We support local farms and strive to educate our clients and customers on the benefits of nutritionally dense food that is good for both us and the environment.
Lancaster Farm Fresh Cooperative
In Summer 2013, we embarked on a mission to further expand our procurement of local produce. Thanks to the tireless efforts of several individuals, led by Muhlenberg’s Executive Chefs, a new partnership was born with Lancaster Farm Fresh Cooperative. LFFC is a non-profit, organic farmers' cooperative of 75 farmers in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania (approximately 70 miles from Muhlenberg). Each week LFFC delivers a fresh bounty of produce, most of which is picked the day prior to delivery.
Butter Valley Harvest
Butter Valley Harvest located in Bally, PA, is just 15 miles from Muhlenberg College. Butter Valley Harvest is our exclusive provider of fresh, hydroponically grown basil. Our team regularly visits the farm and educates students on the process of hydroponics.
Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch Guidelines
Muhlenberg Dining is committed supporting the Seafood Watch guidelines outlined by the Monterey Bay Aquarium. The Seafood Watch program “helps consumers and businesses make choices for healthy oceans.” Following their guidelines, we are helping to make an impact on our future and our customers’ future.
Fair Trade Coffee
We only offer Fair Trade certified coffee on campus. Whether you’re grabbing a quick pick-me-up at Java Joe or enjoying an after-dinner cup of coffee at a catered event, all of our brands (Starbucks, Seattle’s Best and Peet's Coffee) meet agreed environmental, labor and developmental standards set forth by Fair Trade USA.
Balford Farms - Burlington, NJ
Balford provides Muhlenberg with an array of dairy products as they specialize in providing customized distribution services to foodservice and retail customers throughout the Northeast. Since the founding of Balford in 1892, they have created a respectable reputation and are proud of their ability to deliver quality, value, and service to their customers, including Muhlenberg!
Twin Maple Farms - Bath PA
Twin Maple Farms is a third and fourth-generation potato, vegetable, and grain farm owned and operated located in East Allen Township. They are is one of only three remaining commercial potato producers in Northampton County.