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Local Initiatives Projects...
Grow A RowA project of CIFT and the Toledo Seagate Food Bank that connects food producers willing to donate excess production to participating food banks located in their vicinity. Farm to SchoolA brief history of school lunch programs involving the U.S. Department of Defense and the U.S. Department of Agriculturer. Food Manufacturers in Northwest OhioA list of companies in our own backyard that produce items you see on your grocer's shelf every week. Northwest Ohio Farmers MarketsThe advantages of buying produce and other goods at farmers markets, a list Northwest Ohio farmers markets, and links to other farmers market resources. AgritourismA discussion of agricultural tourism, its potential as another revenue stream for farmers, and guidance on starting an agritourism venture. Farm to ChefThe Northwest Ohio Fresh Network is a free direct-marketing program for buying and selling local fruits, vegetables, and other locally made products to chefs throughout the food service industry while building long-term business relationships.
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The Fresh Network News provides news of interest to members of the Northwest Ohio Fresh Network. Click on the appropriate link below to view or download* an issue of The Fresh Network News.
The Fresh Network News - October, 2009: In this issue: Happy Badger; Fruits and Vegetables; Eshleman Fruit Farm; Local Food Seminar; Local Farmers Markets; Dietary Guide; Autumn in a Jar; R & J Beef and Sheep
The Fresh Network News - August, 2009: In this issue: Johnston Fruit Farm; Better Bread Crumbs; Chilly Summer Soups; How Farmers Can Help the Hungry; The Barn Restaurant at Sauder Village; How Restaurants and Food Service Venues Can Help the Hungry
The Fresh Network News - July, 2009: In this issue: Crazy Horse Garlic Farm, Holland, Ohio; Grape - A New Taste of NW Ohio; On Restaurants - Local Crop Meets Central Ohio; A Taste of the Old Country - The Budapest Restaurant
The Fresh News - June, 2008: In this issue: Welcome to the 2008 Northwest Ohio Fresh Network; The 2008 Northwest Ohio Fresh Network Directory
The Fresh News - July, 2008: In this issue: Greetings from the Office; Fresh Network Directory Changes; Chef Walk Events
The Fresh News - July, 2007: In this issue: CIFT to do Hoop House Study; Fresh Sheet Needs Your Weekly Update; New Fresh Network Members
The Fresh News - August, 2007: In this issue: Project Manager to Visit Sites; Keep Everyone Informed; Harvest Overload?; Farmers Market News; New Farmer Magazine
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