Local Agriculture Market Program helps food systems grow

Local Agriculture Market Program helps food systems grow

By Kalee Olson, policy manager, Center for Rural Affairs Farmers markets are in full swing this summer, bringing fresh food to communities. These markets, along with food hubs and other local food businesses, play an important role in rural economies. However, connecting with new consumers isn’t always easy for producers. The Local Agriculture Market Program (LAMP) can help. Administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), LAMP was cre…