MONTPELIER — The Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets and the Vermont Fresh Network (VFN) once again encourage those planning holiday dinners to remember that Vermont's local farms are ready to help.
Ingredients from the turkey to the stuffing, cranberry sauce, sweet potatoes, pies, and local beverages and spirits can be found at a farm, farmers market, or local grocery.
"Buying a Vermont turkey supports our rural communities. We are grateful for our farmers for their commitment to producing fresh food during this season of giving thanks," Agriculture Secretary Anson Tebbetts said in a news release. "Thank you, farmers, for feeding us on this day and every day."
Vermont is home to many turkey farms and diversified farming operations raising turkeys. "To help locate your dream bird and other ingredients to grace your holiday table," VFN suggests checking out their Local Holiday Meal Finder at diginvt.com/localholiday.
And to add a little extra "spirit" to the spread, they suggest visiting the page for holiday Cider and Wine Pairings at bit.ly/741-bev.The Vermont Fresh Network can help connect people to a local farm and farmer.
Along with local turkeys, produce, and spirits, VFN can connect you with more local products for your holiday meal and beyond. Visit DigInVT.com - an interactive website for authentic agricultural and culinary events and experiences in Vermont.
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