
Small Business Stories: EightFold Food Group LLC
Calvin Hines Jr. founded EightFold Food Group with the goal of addressing food deserts in his community by opening a grocery store. Over time, he recognized the broader issue of food access, particularly in underserved areas like Wards 7 and 8. His innovative solution involves growing mushrooms in mobile, solar-powered units, allowing for sustainable farming without requiring extensive land. The company primarily focuses on business-to-business (B2B) sales, serving restaurants through wholesale.