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Local Food Support

Join Our Food Producer Community!

As a local food producer, you are in the perfect position to be part of a revolution in sustainable eating. Our website provides detailed information on how to get involved and benefit from direct marketing opportunities that can help you to expand your business. We host an online community designed to support producers with resources, guidance, and ideas on how to promote their goods and stand out among their competitive consumer base!

Reach out now to learn more about the opportunities available and get started on this exciting path! Interested in receiving one-on-one local food producer mentorship? Click below! 

*NEW* Double Up Dakota Program (SNAP)

Exciting news for farmers markets! 

We’re so excited about our Double Up Dakota program! Now your SNAP purchases at participating local farmers markets can be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $10 per day in tokens, with those extra dollars dedicated solely to fruits and vegetables! This means you can still use your SNAP benefits for other items like eggs and meat, while doubling your purchasing power for fresh, nutritious produce!

Why is this great?

Families on tight budgets can stretch their food dollars further, bringing more nutritious food home.
Our local farmers gain a wider customer base, boosting our vibrant farming community.
More money circulates in our local economy, supporting our neighbors and strengthening our community.

Resources

If you are a local food producer looking for additional resources, you have come to the right place. 

– Local Food Map (ND Ag Dept) https://www.ndda.nd.gov/

– ND Local Food Organizations NDFMGA https://www.ndfarmersmarkets.org/

– Grant Opportunities for Local Food Producers (Specialty Crop, USDA, NDFMGA)

– Educational Resources (Links to NDSU Extension webinars, DCB, etc)

– Produce Food Safety (ND Cottage Food Law, GAP, FSMA, etc)

– Revenue streams – Coming Soon