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Enjoying Local Foods and Local Farmers

By Glenn Muske

“I enjoy local foods.” I say and I hear that statement more and more. And as we are right in the middle of another season, this seems like a good time to think about the good tastes among other reasons for supporting local food. We know that agriculture is a big part of our economy. […]

July 12, 2017 Filed Under: shop local, Small Biz 100 Tagged With: economic development, local food, shop local, small business, success

Get Ready to Shop Small

By Glenn Muske

What event will we celebrate on Nov. 26? Pat yourself on the back if you said “Small Business Saturday.” No, there isn’t any cake (well, there could be) and no one is getting any presents (at least not on that day, although we hope lots of them are purchased from your local businesses that day). […]

November 23, 2016 Filed Under: shop local, Small Biz 100 Tagged With: economic development, promote local, shop local, shop small

Local Food Interest Grows Small-farm Producer Numbers

By Glenn Muske

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Local food interest is creating opportunities across the country. This interest is evident when you examine the growth in the number of growers and farmers markets. It also is noticeable in the news and on social media, where you see and hear phrases such as “local foods,” “local producers,” “food hubs,” and “regional food systems,” […]

May 7, 2015 Filed Under: rural, shop local, Small Biz 100 Tagged With: entrepreneur, foodpreneur, local foods, shop local, small business

Now’s the Time to Shop Small

By Glenn Muske

Since 2010, the Saturday after Thanksgiving has been designated “Small Business Saturday.” It is a day to recognize small businesses and what they bring to a local community.  You probably know the direct impact of the small businesses in your community. They provide needed goods and services. Everyone needs to be reminded of their contributions […]

November 20, 2014 Filed Under: shop local, Small Biz 100 Tagged With: entrepreneurs, rural, shop local, small business, small business saturday

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