Articles written by Tim Mussack Senior Policy Associate

Tim Mussack Senior Policy Associate|Jul 13, 2022

Summer is in full swing and with that comes cookouts and gatherings where food is featured. As you plan your menu, keep local farmers in mind. Buying locally produced food strengthens the local economy. According to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, on average, every $100 spent at a locally owned business results in $45 flowing back into the local community. This is much higher than the $14 that stays in the community when we spend our $100 at a business that isn't locally owned. More...