People shopping for produce at a farmers' market - Thomas Barwick/Getty Images Everyone loves to shop local, right? Walking down the rows of fresh farmers' market produce, chatting with the vendors, ...

Carrying products from local suppliers is becoming a powerful way for retailers to stand out from competitors while satisfying discerning customers.

While fast food is often associated with mass production and long supply chains, a growing number of fast food and fast-casual chains are shifting their focus toward sourcing local produce. This not ...

A shopper buys fresh produce from Red Granite Farm at the Ames Main Street Farmers' Market in central Iowa on August 16, 2025. As part of the “Food Routes” series, Harvest Public Media explores three ...

Chipotle Mexican Grill expects to double the amount of locally grown produce used in the chain’s 1,100 restaurants this year, continuing efforts to underscore its “Food With Integrity” program.

Everyone loves to shop local, right? Walking down the rows of fresh farmers' market produce, chatting with the vendors, maybe even getting a free sample or two, this is one of those simple weekend ...