VPR News
VPR News
Local Food Distribution Moves Beyond The Farmers’ Market
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Vermont has proved fertile ground for food co-ops and farmers’ markets. But advocates for a strong local food economy say it’s not enough to make nutritious local foods available. They want to get fresh locally grown food to everyone.Commentary Series
Molnar: Localvore Dilemma
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Shopping for food used to be simple. But Martha Molnar says that since moving to Vermont in 2008, this ordinary task has become highly complex.VPR News
Barre Is Counting On Co-op To Generate Traffic Downtown
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Planners looking to boost downtowns around the state have been focusing on home grown stores that specialize in fresh produce and local products. In Barre, a group hopes a new co-operative grocery store will revive the city’s central business district.VPR News
In Rutland, Community Support Fuels Winter Farmers’ Market
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In Rutland, organizers of the city’s newly expanded winter farmer’s market say they’re thrilled with the community support they’ve gotten. The larger location has boosted attendance and sales for participating vendors.VPR News
