The mission of the corporation is to stimulate healthier community through three avenues:1)healthier local economies from increased market opportunities for sustainable, locally-produced goods availability2)healthier families through increased locally-driven economic opportunities and locally-produced goods availibility3)healthier residents through education on how food and environment impact healthy life styles.By creating outlets for locally-produced goods and related education, the irdc will build sustainable economic systems that strengthen the health of our communities and create new jobs that enhance these communities' quality of life.