Direct To Consumer Legislation Heads To Idaho’s Governor
A new bill on the governor's desk could reshape the way Idaho supports local agriculture, making it easier for Idahoans to get fresh food right from the source.
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Legislation Looks To Expand Direct To Consumer Options In Idaho
A bill just hit the Senate floor that could change how Idahoans shop for food. It's all about supporting local producers and cutting through some red tape.
WSDA Awards Grants To Strengthen Washington Food System
Local food entrepreneurs are about to get a significant boost, thanks to $3.4 million aimed at tackling common hurdles they face.
As Agritourism Grows Locally, Nationally, Data Grows As Well
From California to Colorado, farmers are opening their doors to visitors, creating a whole new experience for those seeking local flavors and fresh air.
Cultivating Your Farm's Brand
More and more farmers are looking for alternative income streams and ways to bolster their farms’ bottom line. One way is through direct-to-consumer sales.
Direct-to-Consumer Farm Sales Reach $10.7 Billion in 2020
In 2020, U.S. farms sold almost $10.7 billion of food commodities directly to consumer outlets and supply chains. That figure from the USDA includes restaurants, grocery stores, regional distributors and local institutions. The figure is nearly $2.8 billion...
Despite Difficult Year For Exports, USMEF Optimistic About The Future
U.S. beef exports to the European Union have struggled over the past year due to limited opportunities in Europe’s food service and hospitality sectors. But, U.S. Meat Export Federation’s Yuri Barutkin said exports are poised for a comeback, thanks to the gradual reopening of food service and newly developed retail channels. He noted
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OFB: Consumers More Focused On Local Food During Pandemic
As the coronavirus pandemic continues, consumers have become more interested from where their food comes. Anne Marie Moss with the Oregon Farm Bureau said that means a greater interest in locally grown products.
“Because of maybe the supply chain hiccups, because of many factors, so consumers are thinking about Oregon farmers, and Oregon ranchers, and where can I get locally grown food.”
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Washington Direct Farm Sales Worth $150 Million
The recent USDA survey on local food marketing and direct sales showed that Washington State accounts for $150 million of those kinds of sales along with more than 5,300 operations that take part.
The places Washington 14th in sales nationally.
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Oregon Relies on Farm Direct Sales
The first-ever USDA survey on farm direct sales highlighted their level of importance in Oregon agriculture.
Industry Development Director for the Oregon Department of Agriculture Gary Roth said a number of farmers and ranchers are going directly to the consumer to help with revenue.
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