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Staying Small

by Angus Cann on January 29, 2024

Staying Small: The Fight for the Future of Farming

When you purchase a product from a small family farm, you’re not just supporting that farm, you’re helping to keep entire communities vibrant and alive. Rural farming communities have been in decline for generations, and the time has come to put the focus back on the farmer. The choices we make in the grocery store can have far-reaching effects! 



“This focus on family farms, this focus on rural revitalization; this is brought into our buying decisions at Whole Foods Market daily. We’re trying to work with suppliers like Stonyfield that are championing these communities.”

Erin Harper  Director of Merchandising – Refrigerated Grocery 

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Filed Under: Communities, Local, New Story, Perishables, Sustainability, Team Members Tagged With: agriculture, community, core values, dairy, local, rural, rural revitalization, standards, sustainability

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