Despite their growth and desirability, several major barriers preclude the development of Local Food Systems (LFS) including the reluctance of wholesale operators to deal with LFS suppliers. We examine the contribution of Limehouse Produce to the development of the Charleston, S.C. LFS. Survey results indicated that both supplying farmers and buyers (such as restaurants) had a positive view of the firm and felt it was a major contributor to growth of the Charleston LFS. Limehouse Produce also supports local entrepreneurs through a farm incubator and Good Agricultural Practice (GAP) certification efforts and provides support for a variety of philanthropic causes.