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“As “Farmers markets increase, creating competition for local produce” look for land at the edge of the city (or in the city) to increase in value for agriculture. A robust local food market does more than reduce food miles—it also makes the case for preserving farmland, especially in Northeast Ohio where most of our fertile land lies right at the metropolitan edge.

Groups like the Countryside Conservancy and its Farmland Center are reestablishing local farms and farmer’s market networks in the Cuyahoga Valley and surrounding counties. The Center is looking for a program coordinator. Inquiries can be directed here or by calling 330.657.2542…” (go to article)