The 'eat Montana' movement boosts local Thanksgiving food sales, supporting family farms.

The "eat Montana" movement encourages buying local food for Thanksgiving, with stores like 2J's Market and Great Harvest offering Montana-grown products. Montana has 24,266 farms, 92.8% of which are family-owned, and the state saw a rise in local food interest during the pandemic. Local stores now accept SNAP benefits, making it easier for consumers to support Montana farmers and access fresh, healthy food.

November 28, 2024
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