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THINK GLOBAL , EAT LOCAL . Buying locally grown and produced food from a specialty food store or supermarket is a smart choice for you and the environment too . With hundreds of Manitoba companies contributing food and beverage products there are lots of options making it easy to keep it local !

An Eater ’ s Guide to Buying Local
• It is fresher Less time on the shelf means it is naturally better tasting and more nutritious .
• It ensures the highest quality Local food must meet the highest safety standards in the world .
• It is culturally diverse – Manitoba food products are exciting and flavourful reflecting its multi cultural population
• It Is good for the environment Because the food doesn ’ t travel as far , buying local helps to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve the carbon footprint .
• It benefits the local economy Supporting local farmers and producers supports the community
It is easy to BUY LOCAL and knowing where your food comes from is a smart idea – and feels good !
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