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State Policy
Minnesota
Cooperation with local governments to strengthen sustainable farmer and consumer connections
Minn. Stat. § 17.114, subd. 3(8)
Last Visited 5/7/26
Policy Summary
This provision directs the state’s Department of Agriculture to “work cooperatively with local governments and others to strengthen the connection between farmers who practice sustainable farming methods and urban, rural, and suburban consumers, including, but not limited to, promoting local farmers markets and community-supported agriculture.”
State
Minnesota
Jurisdiction Name
Minnesota
Jurisdiction Type
state
Food System Topics
- Food Access
- Markets & Distribution
- Nutrition