Why Buy Local
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 


 

Benefits for Farmers

  • Access an established network of large-scale buyers including schools and other institutions
  • Set up standing orders with buyers for predictable sales throughout the year
  • Save time — receiving and packing multiple orders at once is more efficient
  • Save money on marketing, delivery and outreach materials

 

Benefits for Institutions

  • Access high-quality, local food to serve in your dining rooms and cafeterias
  • Support neighbor farms — returning dollars to the local economy benefits the whole community
  • Save time and energy by placing one order for local products instead of many

 

 

Benefits for Everyone

  • Promotes health
  • Strengthens our communities and builds trust
  • Supports the local economy
  • Preserves open spaces
  • Reduces our carbon footprint
  • Benefits wildlife and our natural environment
  • Promotes biodiversity

 

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Delivering food from local farms to Vermont schools and institutions.