Who we are

The Carbon Farm Network (CFN) is a group of local small brands who work in a cooperative economic model. We pool resources together in order to meet the minimums necessary to source and produce regional New York State Climate Beneficial™ Verified yarn.

Through the CFN we strengthen our bond with the local farming community and support the small farms throughout NYS that implement carbon farming practices, assuring their fiber is traceable and Climate Beneficial™ Verified.

Who the CFN Is For

Small and emerging local brands producing in small batches, who want to source high-quality regionally grown and milled yarn with reliable specs and traceability

Brands looking to lower material costs and reduce minimums by pooling purchase orders with other members to buy directly from local growers and regional supply chain partners

Brands and makers committed to strengthening our regional fiber system - supporting local farms and mills, improving supply chain transparency, and creating measurable positive impact in our communities and landscape

How To Apply

For further inquiries and joining the CFN, complete the form with a few details about your brand or farm.

  1. Complete the application form on this page.

  2. We’ll reach out to schedule a 30-minute call with our founder, Laura Sansone, to learn about your needs, confirm fit, and review next steps (requesting sample cones and a yarn card, and/or enrolling in the next CFN purchasing round).

  3. Once you’re approved, you’ll receive onboarding details and access to CFN promotional materials (CBV hangtags, info cards, and digital assets).

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes. If you’re considering membership, you can request to purchase our yarn card and sample yarn so you can review color, hand-feel, and suitability for your product.

    For these inquiries please email nytextilelab@gmail.com‍ with your request.

  • Our cooperative economic model is designed so that the more you purchase, the more you contribute back - reflecting the principle that the more we take from natural resources, the more we give back to support their regeneration.

  • Your payments directly support local growers and help fund our carbon farming program, which strengthens regional agriculture and supports improved carbon sequestration.

  • Yes. Membership includes a minimum annual fiber purchase commitment of __________ kg (per year).

    • Small and emerging local brands producing in small batches who want to source high-quality regionally grown and milled yarn with reliable specs and traceability

    • Brands looking to lower material costs and reduce minimums by pooling purchase orders with other members to buy directly from local growers and regional supply chain partners

    • Brands and makers committed to strengthening our regional fiber system—supporting local farms and mills, improving supply chain transparency, and creating measurable positive impact in our communities and landscape

  • Members commit to __________ seasons. Membership is renewed every __________ months to maintain access and secure your place in upcoming purchasing rounds.