Local Food Opportunities

Join us November 14, 6:30 p.m. at the Extension Office to learn about the current local food economy and what opportunities are available to farmers in Shelby County for the 2017 growing season. FoodRoute is a startup company based in Shelbyville that is seeking to partner with dozens of fruit, vegetable and beef producers in Shelby County to supply a network of wholesale buyers in Louisville and Lexington. FoodRoute works with different types of farms, big or small, to source a wide variety of locally grown ingredients. Farmers get convenient and expanded access to local markets at fair prices, without all the hassle and paperwork. Topics for the meeting will include: Local Food Economy in 2016 Fruit & Vegetable Farming Opportunities Beef Opportunities Get Started with FoodRoute FoodRoute is a company founded by a farmer in Shelby County. Please RSVP for the meeting by calling 502-633-4593.