In 2007, Pride of the Prairie launched the Buy Fresh Buy Local campaign promoting the Upper Minnesota River Valley as a marketing strategy to increase access to sustainable locally produced foods in west central Minnesota. The campaign represents:

• A BRAND that identifies the Upper Minnesota River Valley region and its abundant supply of local, sustainable, healthy foods.

• A CAMPAIGN that helps people understand food systems and to make ethical and sustainable choices.

• A CHAPTER with partners representing the various sectors of a local food system, working together to promote healthful, sustainable and ethical food choices.

Buy Fresh Buy Local

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News & Updates:
New BFBL Local Foods Guide
Check out the new Buy Fresh Buy Local Upper MN River Valley Local Foods Guide.

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For information about becoming a Local Foods Partner, CLICK HERE.

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Direct Farm Marketing Program
February 11 - Morton, MN
Click here for flyer.
Contact Chris Hettig at the Renville County HRA/EDA at 320-523-3656 or e-mail hra_eda@mail.renville.com for more information.

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Home Grown Economy Conference
February 15-16 - Marshall, MN
Register for conference
Morris site program - "Farm to Cafeteria"

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Farmers' Markets
Check out our area Farmers' Market flyer!

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Farm to School in Minnesota has a website to assist schools in planning menus and connecting with farmers for local foods. The web site is http://www.mn-farmtoschool.umn.edu.