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The local foods movement is alive and well in Champaign County! Here are some updates on other projects while we finalize our virtual market:

Local Producers Map:
Our local producers map is ready for publication and you will soon be able to find it on gochampaign.com. Copies will be distributed around the community, in the local telephone book, and other “hangouts”. The guide lists the location and contact information for nearly 50 local producers within our county. The map was a project of the Local Food Council and printed with the help of some local sponsors including the Monument Square District, Champaign Bank, the Community Improvement Corporation, the Chamber of Commerce, the Farm Bureau and others. It is a great start to finding a local source for Champaign County’s finest!



 
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New Kid In Town


There’s a new kid in town…
(New Kid In Town-The Eagles)

We are happy to say that our newest vendors are ready to greet the market with their first offerings!! While we eagerly await their produce, and herbs, we are excited for their first project to hit the market!!

First, a few words from their director, and then, you…ordering!!

A.B. Graham Ohio Hi-Point FFA Greenhouse and Nursery Management and Animal and Plant Science classes are working together to produce numerous herbs and vegetables from our school greenhouse. The hands on experience in the greenhouse allows students to expand their knowledge in proper care and maintenance for different kinds of produce. Our greenhouse is located in St. Paris, Ohio at Graham High School. Thank you for the support for the agriculture youth in your local community.

Our Animal and Plant Science class raised chickens in order to deepen their knowledge of animal husbandry. Students cared for the chickens for 7 weeks and used humane practices. The meat from the chickens is now available for purchase in a limited quantity.

Exciting times for our market!!

XOXO,
Cosmic Pam