Indiana is home to thousands of talented, hardworking Hoosiers who grow, raise and process a number of quality goods. By becoming an Indiana Grown member, farmers and producers can benefit from free marketing of their products. Consumers can also turn to Indiana Grown to find locally sourced goods and support their neighbors.
Now celebrating its fifth anniversary after launching in 2015 under a law I supported, more than 1,600 members are part of the program. Indiana Grown members, which include traditional row crop farmers, wineries, artisans and others, benefit from free resources and expanded marketing of their goods. The Indiana Grown label, kiosk or store shelf indicates the authenticity of these Hoosier-made products and helps meet increased demands for locally sourced goods.
Hoosiers can join by visiting Indianagrown.org/join. Now is a good time to consider becoming a member for free as the program continues expanding its outreach to schools and hospitals. Consumers can also go online to Indianagrown.org for maps, trails and guides to connect to local producers – like freezer beef, "U-pick" orchards and Christmas trees.
Agriculture is one of Indiana's strongest industries, and farmers are feeling the effects of COVID-19. Assistance is available for those experiencing income losses because of a decrease in demand. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Coronavirus Food Assistance Program is providing $16 billion in direct relief payments for producers who have seen at least a 5% price decline or market supply chain disruptions. To learn more and apply before the Aug. 28 deadline, visit farmers.gov/cfap.
As Indiana Grown celebrates five-years of promoting locally-sourced goods, our farmers continue to benefit off their products they pour their time and energy into every day. Be on the lookout for the Indiana Grown label, and help support our local economy. To join today or find neighbors selling goods – from honey to flowers and bread – visit Indianagrown.org.
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State Rep. Steve Davisson (R-Salem) represents House District 73, which includes
Washington County, and portions of Jackson, Lawrence, Orange, Clark and Harrison counties.
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