You probably hear the word “local” a lot these days. What does it bring to mind for you? Maybe businesses owned by your neighbors? Or small family farms? Most of us have an idea of what local means – a personal definition.

These “seven basic international principles serve as guidelines to provide a democratic structure for co-ops around the world."

The Rogue Valley Food System Network has been invited to host an installation at the Jackson County Fair.

Do you know where your food comes from? How did the food on your plate find its way from the farmer's field to your dinner table?