Lulu.com Buying local foods supports the viability of local economies and helps keep family farmers farming. It also creates a connection between consumers and local farmers that enhances both individual and community health. Efforts such as urban agriculture, community gardens, farmers markets, and farm to institution programs are making this critical connection. This section provides information, resources, and models on how farmers and consumers can actively participate in the development of more locally or regionally-based food systems.
Beyond Fresh: A Food Processing Guide for Texas Farmers
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SIFT 2019: Continuing Lessons from a Small-Scale Urban Intensive Farm
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Adding Value to Farm Products: An Overview
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Agrihoods: Development-Supported Agriculture
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An Illustrated Guide to Growing Safe Produce on Your Farm
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An Illustrated Guide to Sheep and Goat Production
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ATTRA Local Foods No. 1 — Seed Spices: Cumin, Dill, Anise, Fennel, Caraway, Ajwain
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ATTRA Local Foods No. 2 — Cilantro
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ATTRA Local Foods No. 3 — Basils
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ATTRA Local Foods No. 4 — Oregano
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ATTRA Local Foods No. 5 — Hot Peppers (Chili Peppers)
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