Latest local food Stories
Following an article published by Fresh Plaza regarding the increase in sales of organic farming products in the United Arab Emirates, Colle Farmers Market says pushing for more organic food could help the environment and improve health. Bohemia, NY (PRWEB) May 13, 2013 On May 13, Colle Farmers Market responds to an article published by Fresh Plaza, which discusses the increase in sales of organic food in supermarkets in the United Arab Emirates. According to the article published by...
New research from Charleston|Orwig indicates definitions of “local” vary by age, can include national brands. Hartland, WI (PRWEB) May 09, 2013 New research confirms that interest in locally sourced foods is taking hold among consumers who equate “local” with “fresh” and “healthier” and who want to support their local economy. Yet definitions of “local” vary widely by age group and were found to encompass national brands, according to a survey commissioned by food...
BOULDER, Colo., April 9, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Slow Money, a major new funder of local food systems, this week kicks off a competition in which food entrepreneurs are eligible to win a $50,000 cash prize. The winner will be announced at the fourth Slow Money National Gathering April 29-30 in Boulder, Colorado. (Register for the gathering at www.slowmoney.org.) Slow Money and the organic beverage maker Mamma Chia joined forces to create this award. The prize, called the...
Out of the Box Collective, Los Angeles's premier farm-to-table home delivery service, specializing in locally sourced and sustainably produced ingredients, has been selected to present its business model at the 4th Annual Slow Money National Gathering Entrepreneur Showcase. Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) March 29, 2013 Slow Money is a forward-thinking organization which has started a new conversation about money that is too fast, about finance that is disconnected from people and place,...
Colle Farmers Market lists the top five reasons why small organic farmers could benefit from being part of an online community. Bohemia, NY (PRWEB) March 28, 2013 On March 28, 2013, Colle Farmers Market lists five reasons organic farmers might consider joining the first online directory and virtual market place for natural vendors and organic farmers. Joining an online alliance of organic growers and farmers is a great way to build a “strength in numbers” campaign and take advantage...
North Carolina’s “10% Farm to Fork” Campaign is encouraging the state’s citizens to spend more on locally grown produce. Colle Farmers Market applauds the initiative, encouraging more states to implement similar campaigns. Bohemia, NY (PRWEB) March 21, 2013 On March 21, Colle Farmers Market issues a statement commending North Carolina’s 10% Farm to Fork Campaign. According to an article from the Sanford Herald, the campaign is encouraging people to spend 10 percent of their food...
BOULDER, Colo., March 14, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Slow Money, named one of the "top five trends in finance," hosts its fourth Slow Money National Gathering April 29-30 in Boulder, Colorado. (Register at www.slowmoney.org.) In just three years, Slow Money has emerged as a major new funder of local food systems, moving $23 million into small food businesses around the country, including farms, creameries, grain mills, niche organic brands, local processing, distribution and...
2013 MamboTrack Market LOHAS Research Study Shows Eco Consumer Focus on Product Sourcing BOSTON, March 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2013 MamboTrack Annual Natural and Organic Product Survey among 1,003 health and eco consumers, by Market Dynamics - Market LOHAS (Lifestyle of Health and Sustainability) and laz pr reveals that conscious shoppers are increasing their spend on organics, sourcing food products, seeking out Non-GMO, and buying sustainable 'Farm to Table' food products...
MOBILE, Ala., Feb. 14, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The Emerging ChangeMakers Network ("ECN") today called on impact investors to support women who contribute to rural food production and distribution. "In Alabama, when you're talking agriculture and food, a woman is always going to be in the room," said Jessica Norwood, ECN Founder and Director. "Jetset.com has put Birmingham in its Top 6 best places to visit in 2013. Spend a few days there, then drive an hour west to enter the...
The Greater Kansas City Food Policy Coalition is kicking off the “Karat Gold” program and encouraging couples to forgo the chocolates this year and go to restaurants that use locally sourced food. Kansas City, MO (PRWEB) February 13, 2013 Area eateries have better access to fresh, local food thanks to the launch of the Greater Kansas City Food Policy Coalition’s (GKCFPC) “Karat Gold” program. The program, free for participants, connects restaurants, institutional cafeterias and...
