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Meet the Central Valley Food Economy Summit Presenters
Join F3 Local at the Clovis Veterans Memorial District on October 17th, from 8:30 am to 3 pm, to hear from these experts. We're just two...
f3localucanr
Oct 37 min read
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Navigating the Regulatory Maze: Permits and Certifications for Food Businesses in California
Starting a food business in California's Central Valley involves understanding and navigating various regulatory requirements. While the...
hrhouston
Sep 154 min read
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Local Branding Strategies for Food Entrepreneurs in the Central Valley
Building a strong local brand in California's Central Valley requires more than just a great product; it demands an authentic connection...
hrhouston
Aug 114 min read
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From Local Need to Student Innovation: Pitting Jujubes for Small Farms
In California's Central Valley, jujube farmers faced a practical challenge: efficiently removing the pit from each fruit. Popular among...
hrhouston
Aug 13 min read
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Small Farms, Big Impact: Why Local Agriculture is Key to Economic Growth
When picturing economic powerhouses in California’s Central Valley, large-scale operations often come to mind. In reality, the region’s...
hrhouston
Jul 73 min read
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Spotlight on Keng Vang: Championing BIPOC Farmers in the Central Valley
Rooted in Family and Tradition Keng Vang grew up watching his grandparents and mother cultivate backyard gardens in Fresno’s Southeast...
hrhouston
Jun 164 min read
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Eat Local: How Supporting Farmers Markets Benefits Your Community
Imagine strolling through rows of fruits and vegetables, chatting with farmers who share the origins of their harvest, and taking in the...
hrhouston
Jun 24 min read
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F3 Local Spotlight: Don Sherman
From the Bayous to the Breadbasket Don Sherman knows farming in his bones. His family’s roots trace back to the bayous of Louisiana,...
hrhouston
May 125 min read
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Why SF-ADAPT Matters for Small Farms—and How You Can Plug In
A new coalition of farmers and technologists has formed in California's Central Valley to tackle a big gap in agriculture: the lack of...
hrhouston
May 56 min read
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From Field to Plate: Understanding Your Local Food System in the Central Valley
Ever wonder how your food travels from farm to table? In California’s Central Valley, that journey unfolds in nearby fields, local...
hrhouston
Apr 284 min read
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F3 Local Spotlight: Kris Marshall
Kris Marshall has a practical yet passionate approach to helping new food entrepreneurs find their footing. As the driving force behind...
hrhouston
Feb 284 min read
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Two Years In: How F3 Local Is Strengthening California’s Food Economy
It’s hard to believe that the F3 (Farms, Food, Future) Initiative is approaching its three-year mark. What started as a bold vision to...
hrhouston
Feb 149 min read
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