Sunday, February 10, 2008

Appalachian Harvest Looking for Growers

"‘We are letting farmers know that their livelihood is still viable and can be very profitable.’ — Robin Robbins

Appalachian Harvest, an organic farming cooperative, is searching for new farmers to help meet the growing demand for organic produce.

“Right now, we have more demand than supply when you look at what our partners are wanting,” said co-op marketer Robin Robbins. “Over the last 10 years, organic has become evolutionary because that grocery shopper wants better quality and they want to know where the food comes from.”


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