Strength of the locavore movement in Vermont breathes new life into an emerging farm-based economy

Sustainable farming has a long history in Vermont, and a large following, with more NOFA-certified organic farms than any other state. In the small town of Hardwick, Vermont, a collaborative spirit between small farmers, small business owners, and various local nonprofits has created new support networks and capital flow for new ventures that might otherwise struggle. The town’s small business community shares advice, information, and capital through mutual lending. The success of the movement for local food and artisan enterprise may be signal of the beginning of a national reorientation to local values. Full Story: The New York Times