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Bells and Whistles Diner and Grill

Owners: Michael & Tammy CappsMon & Tues : CLOSED

Wed & Thurs : 7am-8pm Fri & Sat : 7am - 9pmSunday : 10 am - 2pm

email: bellsandwhistlesdinerandgrill@gmail.comCheck out our Facebook page- Bells and Whistles Diner and Grill

46 S. Main St., Trimble • 731-297-0010Come by and join us for great food and

relaxing atmosphere in a little unique diner!We offer a wide variety of food, BBQ,

Country Style Cooking, Seafood, Handmade Pizza’s, and we also have Beer available

Anyone needing to get it on the go, we have our Drive Thru open as well

About the Northwest Tennessee Local Food Network

The Northwest Tennessee Local Food Network (LFN) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based out of Martin, Tennessee working in the Northwest Tennessee region to serve as a catalyst for a thriving and equitable local food system that is accessible to ALL.

We envision a sustainable regional food system that utilizes locally grown and produced foods to promote healthy individuals, equitable communities and thriving local economies.

Visit nwtnlfn.org to: Download the NWTN Local Food Guide; find NWTN Farmers Markets and Events; Read our Blog.; Volunteer Opportuni-ties and Donate to support the work of the Local Food Network.

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Biggs Nursery“Where great gardens begin”

3411 N. Meridian St. Greenfield 731-235-3944

Largest Selection of Spring Bedding Plants in the Area

Perennials Vegetable PlantsHanging baskets

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Potting soilWind CHimes

Open for Spring March-June

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Serving your grain handling needs

grain vacsaugersdrive oversseed cleaners

Martin TN731-587-3730

Persimmon HillsGolf Course

1696 Rock Hill Rd., Sharon(731) 456-2323

www.playpersimmonhills.com

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Connect with us on social media: Facebook: @NWTNLFNFacebook Group Page: NWTN Essential Gardens

Local Food Network Staff - Co-DirectorsAshley Kite-Rowland, nwtnlfn.ashley@gmail.comSamantha Goyret, nwtnfoodguide@gmail.com

Local Food Network Board of DirectorsJustin Martin - Chairman, Todd Winters - Vice-Chairman, Whitney Stover - Treasurer

Credits:Design: Weakley County Press

Technical Support: Rachel Melton, Ben Reiter, Devon Coble, Luke Winters, Amber Graves, UTM Professor Lane Last’s Graphic Design Class

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The Ray Smith Family Distribution Center, Camden

Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee helped celebrate its newest distribution center’s first an-niversary last November 15th, and to say the facility ‘hit the ground running’ during that time is quite an under-statement.

It’s an understatement because The Ray Smith Family Distribution Center has been helping more than 48,000 food insecure people within their fourteen-county service area.

The modern, well-lighted facility itself, at just under 26,000 square feet, has made use of every foot, with its warehouse area including refrigerated and freezer space to hold frozen or perishable foods, fresh produce, and rows of shelves storing non-perishable foods like peanut butter, macaroni and canned vegetables until distribution. It’s a big job, accepting, inventorying, storing and then getting that food into the hands of hungry families all across West Tennessee.

That big job doesn’t faze people at the center. Volunteers, age 12 and up, meet in their own area to sort and carefully pack food for families in cardboard cartons. In just their one year of full operation, almost 750 vol-unteers have contributed nearly 3500 hours of hard work, sorting more than half a million pounds of food.

That’s not the most astonishing figure, though – they’ve distributed enough pounds of food to make over three and a half million meals for those struggling with hunger.

So the city of Camden is rightfully proud of its new distribution cen-ter – and of the philanthropic folks who’ve helped fund and foresee the next steps in fighting hunger through-out their portion of Tennessee. The Center is named for Mr. Ray Smith, a

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Locally grown fruit, vegetables, chile,and honey at our Roadside Stand;

in our CSA, Home/Business Delivery, or Martin Area Farmers’ Market.For information and to register:

www.dixiechileranch.com.

NaNNey FarmsRow Crops & Cattle

Row Crops, Cattle, Custom Harvesting, Hay Baling, Pumpkins and Mums

Wholesale and Retail1767 Sharon Hwy, Sharon TNCody Nanney (731) 514-2431

Also in Union City behind The Pavilion at Houser Creek Crossing,

Beside Discovery Park of America

man truly partnering with Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennes-see to halt hunger in its tracks. “Mr. Smith has been a champion fighting hunger with Second Harvest Food Bank since June of 2012. A resident and business leader in Carroll and Benton Counties (until January of 2019, he owned the local Chevrolet Buick dealership - for over 58 years), Mr. Smith was instrumental in the efforts to build the SHFB western branch to feed so many in our area. Mr. Ray Smith and his wife, Ms. Wilma, often stop by the food bank to see and hear about the lives changed,” said Donna Vick, Donor Relationships Manager – West.

People interested in volunteering may call Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee, (615) 329-3491

Or for help in getting food: www.secondharvestmidtn.orgOnce on site, click GET HELP and

put in your county. The partner agen-cies closest to your location will be

shown, with addresses, hours open, and phone numbers.

Or if you have no internet access, call Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee, (615) 329-3491.

Terri-Jenkins BradyLFN Team Blogger

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Thank you for all you do!

Turner Grain Company LLC106 S. Lindell St., Martin

731-281-4595

Local Grain Elevator,Selling High Quality Mulch, Livestock Feed, and 100 lb bags of Shelled Feed Corn

Supporting local farmers

Making a difference in Crockett County

With approximately 149,000 acres in farmland, Crockett County is ranked 2nd for cotton production in the state of Tennessee. Other than cotton, the county’s primary crops are soybeans and corn. The combined market value of the production of these crops is over $81 million in Crockett County alone. In addi-tion to these extensive agricultural operations, agricultural education is an important part of community life. This is evident by the Farm Bureau Women of Crockett County’s efforts to educate children about agriculture, growing food and sustaining the local economy. The nine-member Farm Bu-reau Women’s group focuses on two inter-related projects each year that seek to provide children with hands-on agricultural education experiences.

Farm Day is held each October for

an average of 300 fourth grade stu-dents from five different elementary schools. This annual event consists of many activities that teach students about the importance of agriculture in relation to food, clothing and many other aspects of life. The students get to participate in interactive activi-ties that help them understand their food comes from a farm and not just the grocery store, and that numer-ous by-products are made from their own county’s crops: cotton, corn and soybeans. For instance, tires are made from corn and t-shirts from cotton. The most unique experience the students get to take part in is learning how cotton is processed from boll to fiber via a working mini cotton gin. The students are even provided the chance to experience picking cotton from the field.

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“Allowing my students to par-ticipate in the Farm Day has exposed students to so many life experiences. From growing an appreciation of the farmer to picking and touching cotton, all of my students gain a new life experience from that day. Living in a farming community, we assume that all children have been exposed to farm life, have seen a cotton field, have picked and touched cotton, and have ridden on a tractor. This is not the case. So many of my students have never been in a cotton field, picked cotton, and felt the soft boll, we truly appreciate all that Farm Day adds to our classroom lessons,” says Eliza-beth Conley, Fourth grade teacher at Alamo City School, about her love for Farm Day.

The other annual activity of the Farm Bureau Women centered around

education is the offering of Ag in the Classroom (AITC) workshops each June. These workshops provide teach-ers with resources that facilitate the inclusion of agricultural education within their curriculum throughout the school year. These workshops provide approximately $300 worth of grade level activities that incorporate AITC while still meeting state stan-dards and STEM principles.

The Crockett County Farm Bureau Women are enhancing classroom education through their educational initiatives focused upon hands-on ex-periences related to food, fiber, health and agriculture. This group is not only making a difference in the lives of Crockett County children, but also the wider community.

* By Amber Graves, Crocket County FBW.

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Benton County:

Family Farms: Circle K FarmLeo and Joyce KonikoskiWatermelons - seeded and unseededCamden, TN 38320(731) 441-5416leokonikowski@gmail.comOn Farm sales, six days a week during harvest season (August/September)

mike’s Produce Mike Katrutsa U-Pick Strawberries and Seasonal VegetablesCamden, TN 38320(731) 220-2927mikekatrutsa@gmail.com West TN Farmers Market in Jackson every Saturday, Huntingdon Flea Market every Tuesday, as well as from the farm 6 days a week

utopia Farm Steve and Sharon OsborneGrass Fed and Finished USDA inspected Beef,raised naturally without the use of hormones or antibioticsCamden, TN 38320(731) 468-0239utopiafarmtn@gmail.comvisit www.facebook.com/utopiafarm for prices Call for a Farm visit or see us at Dresden Farmers Market on the first and third Saturday of each month.

Carroll County:

Farmers marKets:mcKenzie Farmers market Season Opening: June 13, 20202431 Cedar Street, McKenzie, TN 38201Saturday: 8AM – 12PM, Tuesday: 2-6PMManager: Nancy Holland; (731) 358-5011https://www.facebook.com/Mckenzie-Farmers-Market-1711985152390897/Vendor Info: Booth is $5, $20 for the season

Family Farms:H&H Farms David and Jessica HochreiterFarm Fresh produce, Whole hog Sausage and Chicken ProductsMcKenzie, TN 382901 (731) 415-1134david.rogerreed@gmail.com

Sells at Martin and McKenzie Farmers Markets. Call ahead.

mcDonald Family Goods and ProduceKathryn McDonaldHomemade baked goods, canned goods, garden produce, crochet & Cross-stitched needle artMcKenzie, TN 382901(731) 235-4404 teachermom24@gmail.com Call Ahead. McKenzie Farmers Markets Saturday 8am-12pm

rickey Fuzzell Farm rickey FuzzellVegetablesMcKenzie, TN 382901(731) 694-0313 robbyef@aol.comMcKenzie Farmers Market - Saturday

Wise Farm (mennonite)Charlotte WiseFarm Fresh Produce, USDA processed farm fresh beefYuma, TN 38201(731) 986-2192Call in advance, McKenzie Farmers Market Saturdays

artisan: Burke’s Jams and Jellies Steve & Melanie BurkeHomemade Jams and Jellies McKenzie, TN 382901(731) 535-9814 (cell) melburke05@gmail.com McKenzie Farmers Market on Saturdays

Dry Hollow Farms Kathryn Adams Artisan Goat Milk Soap products crafted with milkHuntingdon, TN 38344 (731) 415-7656 dryhollowfarmtn@gmail.com Open Daily

ruby schrock’s Baked Goods (amish)Ruby D. Schrock All Kinds of Baked Goods and Seasonal VegetablesMcKenzie, TN 382901(731) 415-1134, (731) 352-9109 or (731) 234-6200McKenzie Farmers Market Saturdays 8-12

Plant VenDors: FFa - mcKenzie Kim Lowe, Agriculture Instructure/FFA Advisor

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We offer vegetable plants, bedding plants, and hanging basketsMcKenzie High School23292 Hwy 22, McKenzie, TN 382901(731) 352-2133; lowek@mckenzieschools.orgM-F 8am-3pm; Annual Plant Sale

ProCessors: Cmr Processing llCProcessing Facility Meat Processing: Beef, Pork, Lamb, and Goat402 Rowland Mill Road, Bruceton, TN 38317(731) 358-1933

Kendall’s Deer Processing Bobby KendallHunters for the Hungry: Process Deer Meat 143 6th Avenue, Huntingdon, TN 38444(731) 333 - 6147Seasonal

CroCKett County:

Family FarmsGreen Frog Farm John Freeman U-pick: Blueberries, Blackberries Bells, TN 38006(731) 663-3319 greenfrog412@gmail.com Farmers Market at Memphis, on farm sales

Ken’s Fresh eggs and Produce Ken NortonWe offer free range chicken eggs and garden vegetables.Friendship, TN 38034(731) 677-3105kenfnorton10@icloud.com9am - 5 pm

Dyer County:

Farmers marKet:mainstreet Dyersburg Farmers market Season Opening: June 13, 2020Market accepts WIC VouchersForked Deer River Park, Downtown Dyersburg335 Clark Avenue, Dyersburg, TN 38024Tuesday, Saturday 8AM- 12PMManager: Steve Guttery (731) 285-3433sguttery@dyerchamber.comhttps://www.dyerchamber.com/community/farmers-market.htmlhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/119877659959/Vendor Info: Producer-Only Farmers Market, Application required, $10/day or $300/prepaid year

Family Farms:alan Burchfiel FarmsAlan Burchfiel

Peaches and Sweet cream cornNewbern, TN 38059(731) 627-2492zactburc@ut.utm.eduCall Ahead

Bud’s Blueberries Brad Smith U-Pick: Blueberries Call aheadDyersburg, TN 38024(731) 676-8116 budsberries@cableone.net Dyersburg Farmers Market, Onsite, Pick your own, Seasonal, On Farm Sales, Call Ahead

lenox apple orchard Chris Wilcox U-pick: Apples, Blueberries, Blackberries Dyer, TN 38024(731) 694-8942 pappyspizza4@outlook.com Pick Your Own, On Farm Sales, Dyersburg Farmers Market

m&r Produce Malcom and Ruby HarrisSeasonal Fruits and VegetablesNewbern, TN 38059 (731) 445-4034 Dyersburg Farmers Market, Trenton Farmers Market

riggs Produce Bo & Carol RiggsSeasonal VegetablesNewbern, TN 38059(731) 676-8172riggsbo57@gmail.comDyersburg Farmers Market, Call ahead for on Farm sales

tin roof Family Farm/ BusinessMolly Escue Sweet Corn and Pumpkins for festivals3175 Highway51 South, Dyersburg, TN 38024(731) 413-7383 Store Front

artisan: Farm House Barkery llC all things Pie and more ™Dog Treats and Traditional Bakery. Farm House Barkery produces all natural fresh oven baked dog treats with many locally sourced ingredients. All Things Pie and More bakes from scratch from crust to filling. 116 East Main Street, Newbern, TN 38059Becky Bruewer: (870) 918-5411info@farmhousebarkerytreats.comwww.farmhousebarkerytreats.comTU-TH 11:00am-6:00pm; FRI 8:00 am-7:00 pm at store front on Main St., Newbern. Sell at various Farmers Markets up and down West TN

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sovereign essentials Ben & Lace Smith Homemade 100% Natural Body Products Dyersburg, TN 38024(919) 526-6971 sovereignessentials.tn@gmailcom Online and Dyersburg Farmers Market

BeeKeePers:Honey B Farms Wayne RudseillRaw Honey Newbern, TN 38059 (731) 286-1019 lazarz@bellsouth.net Dyersburg Farmers Market Saturdays

serio Farms William Serio Bee Products: honey, wax candles, vegetables in season, decorated gourdsDyersburg, TN 38024 (731) 287-0726/ (731) 334-9847 Dyersburg Farmers Market Saturdays

Plant VenDors: Wells tree Farm U-pick Christmas Trees and custom wreathsBrian and Jill Wells175 Featherston Road, Newbern, TN, 38059(731) 589-0341 or (731) 334-7921; wells-fam@outlook.comwellstreefarm.comPlease follow us on Facebook for updates and closures for the holiday season.

FFa - Dyer Dan Smith, Horticulture Instructor/FFA AdvisorDyer County High School1000 West Main Street, Newbern, TN 38059(731) 627-2229; dsmith@dyercs.netAnnual Plant Sale

ProCessors: Develey mustard Company - the mustard Com-pany storeDeveley Mustard and CondimentsStore: 204 N. Main Street Dyersburg, TN 38024Lacey Norris (731) 445-0489; welcome@develeyusa.comwww.develeyusa.com

GiBson County:

Farmers marKets:Farm market trenton Season opening: Mid June 2020110 North Church Street, Trenton, TN 38382Wednesday: 10AM - 2PM, Saturday: 8AM -12PMManager: Bob Wilson (731) 855-1700farmmarkettrenton@yahoo.com

https://www.facebook.com/trentonfarmmarket/

Humboldt Farmers market Season Opening: June 20, 2020Bailey Park, 400 North 22nd Avenue, Humboldt, TN 38343Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday: 8AM – 4PMManager: Amanda Love (731) 784-1842 amanda@humboldtchamber.comwww.humboldtchamber.comhttps://www.facebook.com/humboldttnfarmersmarket/

milan Farmers market Season Opening: May 16, 20201109 W. Front Street, Milan, TN 38358(Behind City Hall)Wednesday 9-1, Friday 7-2, Saturday 7-2Manager: Seth Lee, (615) 739-8454; turtleandthe-teacher@gmail.comwww.milantnfarmersmarket.comhttps://www.facebook.com/farmersmarketmilan/Vendor Info: Set-up is Free

Family Farms:Bobbitt Farms John BobbittGrassfed, antibiotic free lambDyer, TN 38330(731) 234-7349bobbitts5@aol.comAnytime by appointment

Chris turnbo Farm Chris Turnbo Clemson Spineless OkraTrenton, TN 38382(731) 487-0412turnbolawn@yahoo.comCall for hours during Okra harvest season (July/August)

Cowen Farms Charles and Amy CowenU-pick: Blackberries and Fresh VegetablesBradford, TN 38316 (731) 234-3549adcowen@hotmail.comSeason runs mid-June – late July; Milan and Jackson Farmers Markets

Green acres Farm Denton ParkinsU-Pick: Strawberries and Pumpkin Patch158 Medina Highway, Milan, TN 38358(731) 686-1403greenacresfarmmilantn@gmail.comSeasonal

morgan Farm Donnie MorganSeasonal fruits (apples), vegetables (sweet corn, peas), pecansTrenton, TN 38382, Trenton Farmers Market (731) 414-2472

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mud Creek Farm Robert GillilandFresh Grown Produce Dyer, TN 38330 Seven Days a Week in the spring and summer, Milan Farmers Market

todd Family Fun Farm and Corn maze James and Martha ToddAgri-tourism: Corn maze, pig races, gemstone mining and geocaching. A free easter egg hunt is held in the spring 101 Tom Austin Road, Yorkville, TN 38059 (731) 420-6404 susaneaton469@yahoo.com Open in September

turtle Hollow Farm Seth LeeSeasonal jams, jellies, produce, eggs, pasture raised poultry, and soon to come pasture raised pork, also sell heritage and specialty breed chicken and turkeys Milan, TN 38358(615) 739-8454 turtleandtheteacher@gmail.comturtlehollow.farmCall ahead, Milan Farmers Market

artisan: “Cookin from scratch” by momma sheryl Sheryl Hopgood Jams, jellies, sourdough bread, cakes, pies, sugar free items Newbern, TN 38059(731) 589-8570 jshopgood@aol.com Pre-Orders Only

nanny’s natural ProductsSusan Eaton Natural skin care cleaning products 2705 Vine Street, Humboldt, TN 38343 (731) 420-6404 susaneaton469@yahoo.com 9am-6pm Monday through Saturday

nature’s Pup Bakery Dana HodgeNature’s Pup Bakery is dedicated to providing your best friend natural treats with no artificial preservatives or dyes with lots of different flavors plus gluten-free and grain-free options! 174 Wisdom Street, Jackson, TN 38301(731) 616-2593harrysdana15@gmail.comwww.naturespupbakery.comSold on website, in stores: Antonia’s Paw Spa, Tail Wagger’z & Phipp’s pharmacy in Jackson, S.Y. Wilson & Co in Arlington; at Farmers Markets in Jackson and Collierville.

Wyldewood soap Works Kristie Meade Goat milk soaps, lotions, lip balms, bath salts and bath bombsTrenton, TN 38382(731) 483-9663 kristie@wyldewood.usCall ahead for farm, at Main street Dyersburg Farmers Market Saturdays

Plant VenDors: FFA - South Gibson County Kensey Boroughs, FFA and Agriculture DepartmentSouth Gibson County High School1000 Hornet Drive, Medina, TN 38355(731) 783-0999; boroughsk@gcssd.orgSecond Saturday of April from 8-4pm

restaurants, BaKeries, anD Wineries: a taste of texas BBQ Food Truck: Pulled pork, Brisket and Ribs with sides8135 N First St, Milan, TN 38358Amy Bumbalough; 817-933-4031amybumbalough@outlook.comWed-Saturday 11-5

Crown Winery Handcrafted Wine, Beer, and pizza3638 E. Mitchell Street, Humboldt, TN 38305 Dawn Fallert: (731) 784-8100 thecrownwinery@gmail.com Open Wednesday – Sunday 11am – 6pm

FooD relieF: milan Vineyard Christian Fellowship 1076 Wahl Street, PO Box 1, Milan, 38358On call for emergency food boxes731-487-2810; 731-487-6815Leanne Dilliarddillard2333@gmail.comWed 5-7pm; Sat 10am-12noon; Sun 10am-12noon

Henry County:

Farmers marKets:Henry County Farmers market Henry County Fairgrounds, 517 Royal Oak Drive, Paris, TN 38242Tuesday/Friday: 3-6PMManager: Tyler Smith (731) 336-4892henrycountyfm@gmail.comhttps://www.facebook.com/henrycountyfm/Vendor Info: Annual Fee of $35 with signed Rules and Regulations Agreement

Family Farms:Blueberry acres Loretta & Tom Kenny U-pick: Blueberries Henry, TN 38231 (731) 243-3190

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Open Monday through Saturday sun-up till sundown in June/July. Closed Sundays. Call for availability.

Future Visions Farms Tyler SmithFarm fresh produce3830 Whitlock Road, Paris, TN 38242(731) 336-4892, futurevisionsfarms@gmail.com

artisan: earth’s Bounty Melissa McDadeBakery: Varieties of sourdough, whole wheat, multi-grain, oat, rye, pumpernickel, French, and sweet breads; also granola, granola bars, Streusel filled coffee cake, cookies and muffins5410 Whitlock Road, Paris, TN 38242(731) 336-0302 mel87a@gmail.com Dresden, Jackson, TN and Murray, KY Farmers Markets. Also sold at Yoder’s Country Store

natalie’s Kitchen Natalie Wade Herbal jellies, preserves, and fruit butters Paris, TN 38242(731) 641-0891 nataliewade1226@yahoo.com/ natawade38@gmail.com7am – 2pm

BeeKeePers:sincerity Farms Clint Diggs Creamed honeyParis, TN 38242clintdiggs@gmail.comAvailable at Yoder’s Country Store

Plant VenDors: ladyBug landscapes Casey Gant Plants, Perennials, herbs, produce, natural crafts4565 Ben Smith Road, Mckenzie, TN 38201(731) 499-0255; caseytomas@hotmail.com Call ahead – Hours and availability change with the

season, McKenzie Farmers Market Saturday Mornings

ProCessors: K&J meat Processing Jimmy and Holly JacksonHunters for Hungry: Beef, Deer, Pork11417 Hwy 218 Bypass, Paris, TN 38242(731) 642-6490https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Local-Busi-ness/K-J-Meat-Processing-1671060763036522/Monday - Friday 8-4:30 pm

yoder Bros meat Processing James YoderWe offer custom and USDA processing for beef, pork, lambs, and goats.1650 Briarpatch Lake Road, Paris, TN 38242(731) 642-3333; yodermeats@gmail.comwww.yoderbros.comMon-Fri: 7 AM-5PM, Sat: 7 AM-1PM

multiPle Counties:

ProCessors: Higher Ground Coffee Company (obion, Weakley)Green coffee from different origins is purchased from importers and craft roasted locally in our Union City roastery; brewed coffees, specialty grade whole-leaf teas, smoothies, fresh baked goods, fruits, fresh made salads and protein bowls, pastries, sandwiches, and soups.320 West Reelfoot Avenue, Suite D, Union City, TN 38261147 Commons Drive, Martin, TN 38237Stacie Herrell: (731) 446-7052; stacieherrell@gmail.comwww.highergroundcoffee.comMon-Thurs. 6am-9pm; Fri-Sat 6am – 10pm, (Martin Only: Sun 8am – 9pm)

oBion County:

Farmers marKets:obion County Farmers and artisan market Graham Pavilion, 800 Bream Boulevard, Union City, TN 38261Saturday: 7AM-12PM; Tuesday/Thursday: 3-6PM

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Manager: Anna Grahamobioncountyfarmersmarket@gmail.comhttp://obioncounty.org/index.php/chamber/obion-county-farmers-market.htmlwww.facebook.com/ObionCountyFarmersMarket/Vendor Info: Application required, $5/day, $150 Saturdays only pass, $300 all season pass. Tables and chairs included.

Family Farms:Dixie Chile ranchTimothy D. Brady & Terri Jenkins-BradyFreshly locally grown strawberries, blueberries, black-berries, peaches, apples, chile peppers, sweet peppers, tomatoes, pumpkins, and local raw honey from our beehives sold on the farm, local restaurants and busi-nesses, and at area Farmers’ Markets.3159 E. Union Grove Road, Kenton, TN, 38233 (731) 225-0456dixiechileranch@gmail.comMartin Farmers Market, on Farm Sales, wholesale on large quantities

Giffin FarmsDerek and Micayla GiffinIndividual Steaks, ground beef packages at the Obion County Farmers and Artisan Market, or wholes, halves, and quarters of animal from farm4314 Ken Tenn Hwy, Union City, TN 38261 (731) 446-8142 giffinfarms@gmail.com

Call Ahead. Pickup or delivery both available. Obion County and Martin Farmers Markets. Contact us for any additional requests

Grasfeder Farm Nathan GrasfederSweet corn, okra, purple hull peasUnion City, TN 32861(731) 446-4655Ntgrasfeder@gmail.comTractor Supply parking lot, 425 W. Reelfoot Drive, Union City

sequoyah Farms Danny Jowers Seasonal Vegetables and Fruit Kenton, TN 38233 sequoyahfarms@bellsouth.net(731) 225-0456

shirley Farms Pumpkin Barn, llC (obion)Alan Shirley Agri-tourism: Hay Bales, Pumpkins, a petting Zoo, a playground, and inflatables2557 S. Bluff Road, Obion, TN 38240(731) 442-0644 alanshirley49@yahoo.com Call for hours, third Friday in September through Hal-loween

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CONTACT US!

421 Linden St., Dresden, TN38225

(731) 364-2270communitydevelopment@cityofdresden.net

WE ACCEPT

EBTDresdenFarmersMarket421 Linden St., Dresden TN, 38225

City of Dresden

cityofdresden.net/community-dresden-farmers-market

Farmers Market Vendors – $10 Setup Fee Per Month Per Space

Flea Market Vendors – $5 Setup Fee Per Month Per Space (1st Saturday of Every Month)

artisan: Purrrfectly HomemadePatty Jorgensen Raw Local Honey, flavored honeysticks, Goats milk soap products, specialty jamsUnion City, TN 38261(732) 444-4118mssnorg@yahoo.com9AM – 5 PM, sell at area farmers markets

BeeKeePers:Borrowed Vessels Beeworks Shane Cockman 100% raw unfiltered honey and propolisHornbeak, TN 38232(731) 446-9079 Call ahead for availability, if no answer leave a message

Country Boy Honey (obion)Merlin Lyell100% Pure Raw HoneyTroy, TN 38260(731) 885-5290Call ahead

Plant VenDors: soleilGardening, Landscaping and Events Center2317 Nailing Drive, Union City, TN 38261(731) 885-3005info@soleilgardencenter.comTuesday-Saturday 10 AM – 5 PM

restaurants, FooD truCKs, anD Wineries: Blue Bank resort Restaurant Serving local catfish, onsite gardens and hosting local events813 Lake Drive Hornbeak, Lake, TN 38232 (731) 538-2112 bre@bluebankresort.comwww.bluebankresort.com

DoughssertsFood Truck: Premium ice cream, cookie dough, and baked goods1574 Ella Groom Road, Troy, TN 38260Katelan Surr: (731) 446-2856KatelanSurr@gmail.com

White squirrel Winery Sanderson Family Farm grows 20 acres of grapes for rich, flavorful wines on their 100 acre farm & vineyard in the rolling hills of NW Tennessee.4385 45 W Kenton, TN 38233Bill and Marjie Sanderson: (731) 796-1713marjiesanderson@gmail.comTasting Room - Gifts - Country Store HOURS: Friday & Saturday 1:00-6:00 pm; Sunday 1:00-5:00 pm

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Farmers marKets:Dresden Farmers market Accepts EBT cardsSeason Opening: June 6, 2020Terry Oliver Plaza, 421 Linden Street, Dresden, TNThursday: 2PM – 6PM, Saturday: 8AM – 12PMManager: Dede Morris, (731) 364-2270Email: communitydevelopment@cityofdresden.netcityofdresden.net/community/dresden-farmers-marketVendor Info: Farmers Market Vendors – $10 Setup Fee Per Month Per Space; Flea Market Vendors – $5 Setup Fee Per Month Per Space (1st Saturday of Every Month)

martin Farmers market Season Opening: June 6, 2020Between Frederick Street and Hwy 431, Downtown Martin, TN 38237Monday/Wednesday at 2PM, Saturday: 8AM -12PMManager: Richard Gallagher (731) 332-1910hiddenhillfarmtn@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/MartinFarmersMarketh-ttps://www.cityofmartin.net/local-food-guideVendor Info: $5/day

sharon market Place Season Opening: June 202099 E. Main Street, Sharon, TN 38225Friday/Saturday 7AM-4PMManager: Pam Goodrum, (731) 514-0955Email: pamgoodrum@yahoo.comFacebookVendor Info: Set-up is FREE

Family Farms:Bell Family Farms Floyd and Beverly BellSquash, watermelons, cantaloupes, and pumpkins255 Luellen Road, Gleason, TN 38229(731) 514-0851 –Beverly / (731) 234-7377 –Darrell beverlybell53@hotmail.com Call ahead, May-November, sold at Dresden, Martin Huntingdon Markets

Blackberry Pond FarmJames MillerHydroponic Lettuces, greens, and vegetables 153 UT Farm Road, Martin, TN 38237(731) 587-5336 millerdad66@gmail.comMartin Farmers Market, Call ahead for on farm sales

Cook Farms Danny CookFreezer BeefMartin, TN 38237 (731) 514-5717 dfcook71251@gmail.comCall Ahead

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easy acres FarmJessica and Andy PenceBeef ¼, ½ Christmasville, TN 38201(731) 819-6295/ (731) 819-4446 jessipence@gmail.comCall ahead

Hidden Hill Farm Richard and Nicolle GallagherCSA – Community Supported Agriculture vegetable shares246 W. Maple Street, Dresden, TN 28225 (731) 332-1910 hiddenhillfarmtn@gmail.com Call or visit us at Martin Farmers Market

Holt Family Farms Andy & Ellie Holt Agri-tourism: Pumpkins, Mums, Fall décor, jams, eggs, local honey, all natural bath and body products, goat milk soaps461 Jewell Store Road, Dresden TN 38225(731) 364-3459 Ellie Holt (731) 819-2261email@holtfamilyfarms.comhours-seasonal (last Saturday in September to last Saturday in October) and Dresden Farmers Market

Jill magness and richard Duncan Farm Fresh VegetablesSouth Fulton, TN 38257(731)335-4980Sell at Martin Farmers Market

Kemp Family Farm and seed, Dresden, tn Keith KempAgri-tourism/U-pick: Pumpkins, Gourds, Mums, Hay Rides, honey4571 Sharon Highway, Dresden, TN 38255(731) 588-3934; kempfarms78@gmail.comHours in October: Friday: 2-7PM, Saturday: 10AM – 7PM, Dresden Farmers Market

nanney Farms Pumpkin Patch Cody Nanney Agri-Tourism: Sweet corn, Pumpkins, Mums1767 Sharon Road, Sharon, TN 38255 (731) 514-2431 nanneyfarmspumpkinpatch@gmail.comSeasonal September- October

ogg Farms Scotty, Sammy, and Orren OggCustom Fed Angus beef, pork, sweet cornMartin, TN 38237(731) 588-3009 (corn) (731) 332-0238 (beef and pork)Beef – Available Late July – August Pre-Order. Pork Available Fall and Winter. Sweet corn available at Martin and Dresden Farmers Markets

Parham Farm Kurt and Lindsey ParhamAgri-tourism: U-pick Pumpkins1250 Jewel Store Road, Dresden, TN 38225(731) 514-1180kurt.parham@hotmail.comSeasonal in the Fall

riley’s small Farm Rick and Tina Riley Fresh produce, fresh brown eggs, pedigree rabbits for pet or meat, homemade specialty breads, cookies, jams, and jellies and condiments Sharon, TN 38255(731) 819-8877rileyssmallfarm@yhoo.com Mon – Thur 8am-7pm, Friday 8am -4pm, Martin Farmers Market

southern Fresh Farms, llC Bart JacksonOrganically grown and certified hydroponic lettuce and greens599 South Red McCorkle Road, Martin, TN 38237(731) 819-5342southernfreshfarmstn@gmail.comCall ahead to order, Martin Farmers Market

Vine & Branch Farm Richard & Linda McIntosh U-Pick Blueberries (June) and Blackberries (July) 1623 Chestnut Glade Road, Martin, TN 38237 (731) 799-3124lindam.mcintosh@gmail.comSeasonal June-July, check facebook for times, call ahead for pre-pick orders

artisan: amazing luffa sponge soap Company Peg Vogel Goat Milk soaps with luffa sponges inside, bath bombsDresden, TN 38225 (731) 588-4569/ Cell Phone (731) 799-9051 silverlittlefoot@yahoo.com

Carrie’s Country oven (mennonite) Carrie KoehnPies, sweet rolls, breads, dinner rolls, cookies, frozen casseroles, soups, pizzas and burritos(270)804-0591gckoehn@gmail.comMartin Farmers Market

Charities ChocolatesCharity Riley Handmade Gourmet Chocolate520 North College Street, Martin, TN 38237 (731) 571-3743 charity@pecangrovebandb.com Seasonally or by special order

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Five starr Farms Amanda Vincent Soaps and other productsDukedom, TN 38226 (731) 223-1005 amandavincent87@gmail.com Dresden Farmers Market

James P special recipeJim Crawford BBQ Sauce and RubsMartin, TN 38237 (731) 820-2704/ (573) 820-2704 mnyfmot@yahoo.com Martin and Dresden Farmers Markets

lala’s Cakes and sweet treats Summer Dooley Cakes and cupcakes for all occasions Martin, TN 38237(615) 987-9567 summerdelayne@yahoo.com

oma’s Country Kitchen Francine & Darren Wingate Fried Pies – apple, chocolate, cherry, and peach; peanut brittle, fudge-peanut butter and chocolate, sugar-free pies available, too Dresden, TN 38225(731) 819-8906 belizeoma40@yahoo.comMartin Farmers Market

Pat’s Body Butter & Boo salve Pat Rogers Body Butter, Boo SalveDresden, TN 38225 (731) 822-6101Dresden Farmers Market. Thursday 2-6pm Saturday 8-12pm

Wilson Farm soaps Davida Wilson Goat milk products. Soap, lotions, washing powders, and bath bombs Martin, TN 38237(931) 212-7715peterbilt433@hotmail.comMonday – Saturday 9AM – 5PM

BeeKeePers:Biggs apiariesSteve Biggs, Pure Raw Honey Gleason, TN 38229(731) 588-8018 woodnhoney@yahoo.comCall ahead, NWTN Beekeepers Association stand at Dresden Farmers Market

Bruce apiary Thomas Ray BruceHoney, Bottles, Strained, not heated, ready to goDukedom, TN 38226(731) 271-5602beerunner32@gmail.com7am-7pm

star Pastures apiary Stephen PenickRaw HoneyMartin, TN 38237Home: (731) 587-4166 or Cell: (615) 415-9229 keanpeni@ut.utm.edu Saturday 9am – 6pm

Woodard apiaries Terry & Debbie Woodard100% pure local honey produced by our chemical treat-ment free honeybeesDresden, TN 38225 (731) 514-2515 (cell) twoodard@citilik.net Call ahead for on Farm Sales, Dresden Farmers Market

Plant VenDors: BIGGS Greenhouse Mike Biggs Seasonal plants, flowers, vegetable starts, seeds3411 North Meridian Street, Greenfield, TN 38230(731) 235-3944; biggs3@charter.netOpen mid-February - July

FFa - Dresden Jonathan Holden, Agriculture Instructor/FFA AdvisorDresden High School7150 Hwy 22, Dresden TN, 38225(731) 364-3053; Jonathan.Holden@wcsk12tn.netAnnual Plant Sale

Floyd Greenhouses Edgar FloydSeasonal plants, flowers, vegetables starts, seeds107 Carlton Terrace, Gleason, TN 38229(731) 648-5377Seasonal 8AM - 6PM

Georges Plant Farm Vincent DillingerSweet Potatoes and Sweet Potato Plants1410 Public Wells Road Martin, TN 38327 (731) 587-9477; tarorman@frontiernet.netMonday – Friday 7am-5pm CST

Peach Grove nursery James A. WickSpecializing in rare and unusual plant material with an emphasis on conifers. With 10 acres of field and gardens, the property serves both as a nursery and research facility.258 Shady Grove Road, Martin, TN 38237731.587.6302; peachgrovenursery@yahoo.comOpen by appointment Wed., Sun., and evenings

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steele Plant Company, llC Larry & Kay Hudson, Ken & Valerie SandersSweet potatoes and sweet potato plants 212 Collins St., Gleason, TN 38229 Business: (731) 588-8018/ Larry’s Cell: (731) 693-4938/ Ken Cell: (731) 43-8344 plants@steeleplantcompany.com

ProCessors:Birdwell Deer Processing Charles Birdwell$70 for regular deer processing393 Airport Road, Greenfield, TN 38230(731) 235-0320birdwellprocessing@live.comSeasonal

Featherston Front Porch roast Coffees David & Sara FetherstonLocally roasted, imported coffee2156 Old State Rt. 22, McKenzie, TN 38201(731) 415-1134 featherstonFR@gmail.com McKenzie Farmers Market, Saturday 8-12

Kauffman’s Processing (mennonite) Louis KauffmanHunters for the Hungry: Beef, Sheep (4-H after the fair), Deer, Pork, Goats2010 Hwy 140 N, Cottage Grove, TN 38224(731) 782-33688 am - 5 pm Monday - Friday; 8 am - 1 pmPortions for Sale Upon Request, call ahead

restaurants, BaKeries, anD FooD truCKs: Fresh start restaurant & Bakery International Cuisine, Steak and Seafood, European Style Bakery935 Main Street, Martin, TN 38237George Moufarrej: (731) 281-7200freshstartatdamrons@gmail.com

life is What you Bake it Bakery Fresh, from scratch baked goods, also selling Gleason ball-clay hand-crafted pottery108 North Lindell Street, Martin, TN 38237Maria McClain: (731) 819-9769thrivewithmaria@hotmail.comMonday-Friday 6:30-5:30, Saturday 7:00-12:00

lindell street Bakery Fresh Baked Breakfast, Lunch, and Sweets, locally roasted coffee beans 407 Lindell Street Martin, TN 38237 John Sellers: (731) 608-4570info@martincoffeehouse.com

rolling smoke BBQ Food TruckJason Menees204 Main Street, Martin, TN, 38237(731) 514-0709

Jason_menees@hotmail.comFriday and Saturday for LunchCatering by Appointment

FooD relieF:Gleason First Baptist Church Melanie Neumair: (731) 571-0332301 S.Cedar Street, Gleason, TN 38229731-648-5601Food Box (Food box by appointment only) Mobile Pantry Wednesday

little Free Food Pantry - Greenfield Ashley Bryson408 Hillsboro Street, Greenfield, TN 38230(731) 819-4625anbryson84@gmail.comFree Nonperishable Food Items, HygieneLittle Free Food Pantry open from 7am - 7 pm

little Free Food Pantry - martin Lisa Griffin116 Clearwater Street, Martin, TN 38237mimigriffin968@gmail.comhttps://www.facebook.com/lisaslittlepantry/Open sunrise to sundown

sacks thrift avenuePastor Wendell Jellison2161 North Meridian Street, Greenfield, TN 38230wendelljellison@aol.comFood Pantry Thursdays 10am - 2pm

santa’s Helpers LouAnn Powers216 West Main Street, Dresden, TN, 38255731-364-3130, cell: (731) 819-3635https://www.facebook.com/Dresdentn/Food boxOpen: Wednesdays and Fridays, 1-3pm, emergency food available upon request

We Care ministries (Weakley)Betty Baker530 N. Lindell Street, PO Box 292, Martin, TN, 38237731-587-6257bebaker2@hotmail.comhttps://www.wecareministries.net/Food Box - call for registration requirements Mobile Pantry Mon/Thurs 9-11:30am

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Get in the Guide!Are you located in our region and area?Farmer looking to sell directly to consumers?Restaurant using locally-grown farm products?Producer of prepared foods from locally-grown ingredients?Our local food guide helps your business reach customers interested in locally-grown foods.To get in the guide, create your listing through our registration form at: https://nwtnlfn.org/food-resources/Listings in our guide are completely free!Want guides to distribute at your business or organizations? CONTACT US AT nwtnfoodguide@gmail.com • 731-281-4770

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Plant a Row for the Hungry with Stella Horton

Some problems seem so enormous, like ending hunger and food insecurity, an individual hesitates to get involved because… well, because what can one person do?

And then someone like Stella Horton comes along, and shows all of us that one person can indeed make a big difference in a problem like hunger. Ms. Horton started growing food about four years ago, and she’s been working hard at it ever since in the small West Tennessee town of Ripley.

When Miles Chapel in Ripley was torn down, that ground didn’t become just a weed patch or a parking lot. Horton headed a group of volunteers to literally grow a solution to hunger for some Ripley residents, and that was only the beginning. “The com-munity garden is trying to help people eat healthy food,” she said.

She believes the garden has flour-ished dramatically for a simple reason: “The ground is blessed because it was a church for so many years. ‘Blessed hands on blessed land’.” Its result-ing bounty is given away to those who need it most. “People who can’t afford fresh vegetables, senior citi-zens, people on food stamps, trying to stretch everything to the end of the month.” Many of them come to the First United Methodist Church in Ripley the last Tuesday of every month and line up outside the church doors, and quietly wait for the cheerful, busy volunteers inside to portion out food to see them through the rest of the month. “Two truckloads of food from Memphis come up with meat, cereal and needed food supplies.” Volunteers walk through the various groupings of food items, taking a designated por-tion of each, filling their Bags of Hope with nonperishable items and the Ri-

pley Garden fresh foods. “The church and its community garden program promote healthier eating,” Horton said. “And if we’ve grown a vegetable that people may not know about, like eggplant, I’ll put a recipe in the bag.”

This year the Ripley Garden under Horton’s expert guidance has lush, abundant plants as well as flowers for a burst of color. The Ripley Garden also donates produce to the Ripley Housing Authority, the Carl Perkins Center, seniors in the neighborhood and churches in the area who know of people struggling to feed themselves and their families.

During the rest of the week, you can find Stella selling her additional produce at the Mainstreet Dyersburg Farmers Market or Court Square Farmers Market in Covington, TN.

One person can do a lot to help other people. That’s why Stella Horton is a #Local Food Hero.

* By Terri Jenkins-Brady, Team Blogger

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Creating a Buzz for Beekeeping in Northwest Tennessee.

The Northwest Tennessee Beekeep-ers Association (NWTBA) has been buzzing for ten straight years. NWT-BA is a non-profit organization made up of sixty members diverse in age and ranging from beginning hobbyist to experienced beekeeper. Not only do NWTBA members care for hon-eybee colonies, the club also dedicates its time to promoting beekeeping in the local area by informing, educating, mentoring and demonstrating the var-ious aspects of keeping honeybees to new beekeepers, schools and commu-nity organizations. They also educate children and the community about the importance of honey bees and other pollinators to our food system.

NWTBA member beekeepers keep bees for many reasons: to collect honey and other products produced in the hive such as beeswax and pol-len; to promote pollination; and to produce bees to sell to other bee-keepers. Many members sell honey and other products from the hive

from their homesteads and at local farmers markets.

The club holds monthly meetings at the UT Martin Ag Complex. These meetings give club members and any visitors the opportunity to learn from other beekeepers’ experiences and connection to the broader beekeep-ing community. This connection allows everyone to stay up to date on any modern beekeeping techniques, laws and solutions to challenges.

Since the Northwest Tennessee Beekeepers Association began in 2010, they have inspired the formation of two other bee clubs, the Kentucky Lake and Reelfoot Beekeepers As-sociations. The club also sparked the beginning of the beekeeping project on the UT Martin campus where students are able to get hands-on experience with keeping bees and collecting honey. Through their many efforts, the NWTBA plays a valuable role in our Northwest Tennessee local food system. Amber Graves

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The Cowen family’s desire has always been to own and operate a family farm. In 2001, their dream came true when the family made their pur-

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Then, in 2010, they decided to take the leap into BLACKBERRIES. Why? Blackberries are a very healthy fruit. Picking Blackberries brings back fun childhood memories, and best of all – Blackberries taste great! Blackberry cobbler, Blackberry jam, Blackberry ice cream… You name it — they LOVE ’em all!

So – individuals, families and parties are invited to come for a visit and en-joy the Cowen Farm. As the Harvest of the Month featured product in July, there are plenty of fresh Blackberries to purchase, already picked in quarts and gallons. Most visitors really enjoy walking the rows of thornless Black-berry brambles and selecting their own personal Blackberries u-pick farm. And – if you eat a few while you are picking — it’s OK with the own-ers! It’s called GRAZING! And besides – the Cowen’s want you to enjoy your visit on their farm along with their Blackberries and other farm products!

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How do you feed half a million mouths each school year with a nutri-tious, well-balanced diet? What is the best way to procure local foods for children to try and taste? What hap-pens when the schools shut down and

there are STILL hungry kids to feed, and how do you get them food to eat? Trista Snider, Weakley County School Nutrition Director, has been tirelessly working to find creative solutions to address these issues.

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“The Weakley County School Nutri-tion Department is eager to serve your child delicious and nutritious meals,” stated Trista Snider. “One breakfast meal is available to students in grades PK-12 at no cost. Free and Reduced school lunches are also available.” And that’s not all, procuring local foods in schools by promoting “Taste-it-Tuesdays”, the school district has been sourcing their breakfast sausage from the Weakley County Schools Livestock Farm as part of a larger Farm to School project growing county wide.

The Weakley County School Farm is a key component of the county’s Farm to School vision. Working closely with the Weakley County Schools Livestock Farm Manager at Dresden High School, Keith Kemp and CTE Director, Lindsey Parham, Communications Director, Karen Campbell shared the School Farm’s vision: “Weakley County Schools Livestock Production Farm seeks to be the premiere high school agricultural complex that is both multi-disciplinary and multi-species. We are on a mission

to serve the needs of our students seeking relevant careers, industries needing a trained workforce, and the communities in our area by providing products that will feed our school chil-dren, families and our economy.”

Parham explained that the potential growth of the farm has implications be-yond students interested in agriculture. “Our vision is to build a harvest facility and store to enhance our students’ experience in real world career skills in the areas of agriculture, business and marketing,” she noted.

Without agriculture, there is no food. Access to food is important in sustain-ing the future for our children, but most important is being able to feed them on a daily basis. During the COVID-19 Crisis, Snider and her team have pre-pared meals by a caring cafeteria staff and delivered to vehicles at various sites throughout the county. As one principal put it, “It’s all hands on deck to keep our children fed.”

Samantha Goyret, nwtnlfn.org/farm-to-school

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