Whether you’re looking for fresh produce, pasture-raised meats, eggs, dairy, or locally made goods, this is your go-to resource for supporting and sourcing from your local food system.

Local food (or locavore) movements aim to connect food producers and consumers in the same geographic region, to develop more self-reliant and resilient food networks, improve local economies, …

When you purchase more of your food locally, more of the money you spend remains in the local community. On average, it is estimated that buying local keeps approximately 65% of your dollar …

Jan 12, 2024 · Explore the local food movement and its impact on communities and the environment. Learn about the benefits of supporting local food systems and how it contributes to sustainability and …

The local food movement is a social and economic initiative that promotes the consumption and production of food close to where it is grown. It emphasizes the importance of local agriculture and …

Discover how local foods are marketed and their community benefits. Access resources on marketing channels, laws, data, policy and curated exhibits.

ntroduction and Purpose The local food movement in the United States has evolved over the past 25 years, including a more recent convergence with movements supporting food access and health, …

Local and regional food sales totaled an estimated $6.1 billion in 2012, and the movement is now one of the USDA’s funding priorities: In 2014 alone, the Secretary of Agriculture announced that hundreds …

Mar 2, 2024 · The local food movement, also known as the locavore movement, has been growing steadily in recent years. It is a movement that promotes the consumption of locally produced food, …

Sep 15, 2025 · This shared effort supported the development of local food systems to advance environmental protection, strengthen local economies and further sustainability goals.