Eat local. Think big. Start small.

What if one small commitment from you could transform our entire geographic region?

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That’s exactly what the 2026 Local Food Challenge is all about:

One purchase of local food each month. Twelve times in 2026.

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A simple habit. A big impact.

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If every customer, just like you, who is interested in local food, makes just one purchase a month, that’s $500,000 recirculating in our local food economy this year!

That’s tens of thousands of dollars in new income for the farmers and ranchers we work with.

That’s the difference between surviving and thriving for many producers in our community.

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And you can help make it happen—without overhauling your life.

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How the Challenge Works

Once you sign up, you’ll choose your “Local Food Week”—your personal reminder to shop local each month.

 

You commit to one purchase each month.

We commit to keeping you inspired all year long.

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Each month, you’ll receive:

• A fun, thought-provoking challenge prompt to nudge your habits, spark curiosity, and keep your monthly purchase meaningful.

• Bite-sized reflections or activities you can do in under 10 minutes.

• A reminder + a spark of excitement
   

So your Local Food Week becomes something you look forward to—not another task on your list.

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No guilt. No perfection. Just small steps with real power.

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Your Monthly Challenge Might Look Like…

• Tracking your food miles

• Swapping one ingredient for a local version

• Auditing your fridge or spice rack for local possibilities

• Host a brag-worthy local meal!

• Meet a farmer!

 

Each action helps you build a natural rhythm of eating local—one that feels good, tastes incredible, and strengthens our community in ways you can see and feel.

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Why Your Commitment Matters

This challenge isn’t about restriction or rules.

It’s about choosing to be part of something bigger:

• A resilient local economy

• New income streams for farmers and ranchers

• Stronger rural + urban communities

• Healthier soil, cleaner water, and better food in your kitchen

• A deeper connection to the land and people who nourish you

 

One $35 purchase. Once a month.
 

That’s it—and it truly moves the needle.

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Ready to take the first bite?

It’s free. It’s fun. And it’s about time.

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Click below to join the challenge and get your first monthly prompt delivered straight to your inbox.