In this episode, Brenan Hammer of Headwaters RC & D joins Ashton and shares a groundbreaking survey that captures community needs and uncovers the real reasons behind food insecurity in Butte, MT. Together they break down how transportation gaps, market dominance by corporate giants, and soil safety concerns hinder local food systems, and explore practical solutions like food education, food hubs, raised beds, and composting to build resilience.
Headwaters RC &D:
https://www.headwatersrcd.org/food-and-agriculture-1
Butte Community Farm:
https://sw406eatlocal.org/butte-community-farm/
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Keywords: Local foods, food hub, mining, food access, community farm