Bringing together local Growers and Retailers

Buying local means buying food and goods that are grown and raised as close to your home as possible. A tremendous amount of fossil fuel is used to transport foods over long distances. Combustion of these fuels releases carbon dioxide and other pollutants into the atmosphere, contributing to global climate change. In addition, buying local also means you are buying fresher food from sources you know and trust, helping contribute to the local economy.

The Buy Local websites lists over 20,000 farmers markets, growers and growers associations enabling consumers to search out local producers and retailers easily and efficiently. Search articles on buying local, energy news, technology and business. Take a moment and visit our featured profiles or photo blog, it's all right here.