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From Local Farms + Farmer Markets To Our Forks the farm-to-table scene in/around Kosciusko County
by Loren Shaum
When growing season gets into full swing, farmers markets open to offer fresh, local products. Many of these farms also supply directly to restaurants— the true farm-to-table experience. 74
LAKElife Magazine July 2021
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his concept is not new. Having grown up on farms, you always knew where the food came from. More often than not, everything prepared for meals was harvested that same day. Poultry, pork, fruits, vegetables, and eggs were always available.
Farm Programs Vary
In Lake Country, many restaurants promote farm-to-table, and some even call the process farm-to-fork. Alternatively, many folks purchase pre-ordered items from farms that support community
supported agriculture (CSA) programs. These programs mostly run through the growing months, but in some cases, through winter months as well. Clay Bottom Farm in Goshen is one farm that depends heavily on its CSA business, but they also supply a number of local restaurants. Crestview Farm, near Syracuse, has a different model by selling at the farm and online. They feature their beef products that are fed only feed grown at the farm. They can ship anywhere in Indiana.
