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| Reason #5: Local Owners are Local Contributors |
Research has shown that small local businesses make indispensable contributions to communities and neighborhoods. A study of charitable giving in Oregon showed that when in-kind contributions were included, small firms gave an average of $789 per employee, medium sized firms $172, and large firms $334. (NFIB Small Business Policy Guide) Additionally, large firms contribute primarily to the area where the corporation is headquartered, not necessarily where they do business. |
Become a Buy Local - Buy Rogue Member and ensure a more sustainable future for the Rogue Valley.
| From farms to freezers |
Providing income to ranchers, meat CSAs also help keep subscribers stocked for winter
Published: Dec 2, 2009 in the Mail Tribune By Sarah Lemon Once the provenance of farm-fresh produce, local community-supported agriculture programs are beefing up their shares. Two Jackson County ranches plan to launch meat CSAs this winter, pledging to provide subscribers with monthly deliveries of organic and sustainably raised beef, pork, lamb, goat and chicken. Read more...
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| Wed Mar 10th Roxy Ann Winery Winter Cooking Class with Chef Constance Jesser |
| Sat Mar 13th Grants Pass Growers Market |
| Tue Mar 16th Ashland Rogue Valley Growers & Crafters Market |
| Thu Mar 18th Medford Rogue Valley Growers & Crafters Market |
| Sat Mar 20th Grants Pass Growers Market |