Small-batch food producers selling handmade natural products at an outdoor market stall with jars, herbs, and soaps on display.
05/21/2024
How Small-Batch Producers Bring Flavor and Purpose to the Table

In an age dominated by mass-produced convenience foods, a quiet revolution is happening on our plates.

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Sustainable food choices available at a bustling indoor market filled with fresh produce and spices.
05/21/2024
Why Handcrafted Foods Are Winning Over Conscious Consumers

Conscious consumers today are increasingly mindful about what they eat and where it comes from. This shift is part of a broader food for mindful living ethos that values authenticity and quality over convenience.

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Small batch products including artisanal cheeses, cured meats, grapes, and olives arranged on a rustic wooden serving board.
05/21/2024
The Logistics Behind Getting Small-Batch Products to Market at Scale

Bringing small batch products from a home workshop or local farm stand to customers nationwide is a complex journey.

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Local food sourcing displayed with fresh carrots, peppers, onions, radishes, and leafy greens in baskets at an outdoor market.
05/21/2024
When Buying Local Does Not Mean Buying Better: How to Make Informed Tradeoffs

Buying from local farmers, artisans, and independent shops has become a popular way for consumers to shop more ethically and sustainably.

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Buying local vegetables and greens at a vibrant market stall filled with peppers, tomatoes, lettuce, herbs, and edible flowers.
05/21/2024
How to Evaluate Local Products Without Relying on Labels or Marketing Claims

Buying local has become more than a trend. It’s a conscious consumer movement. The share of consumers who consider a product’s local origin “very important” jumped from about 26% to 32% in just one year.

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Sustainable products like pickled vegetables and fruits preserved in reusable glass jars with paper tops.
05/21/2024
Why Locally Sourced Products Are Better for the Environment

Consumers today are increasingly concerned about the environmental impact of their purchases.

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Local makers displaying colorful fresh vegetables and greens at an outdoor produce market.
05/21/2024
Discover Unique Small-Batch Goods Made by Local Makers Nationwide

Over the last decade, consumer behaviour in the United States has shifted toward more intentional purchasing.

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Small businesses offering assorted pickled vegetables and preserves in jars alongside fresh tomatoes.
05/21/2024
How Supporting Local Businesses Helps Preserve Your Neighborhood’s Character

Cities and towns are living ecosystems formed by the interactions of residents, workers, and visitors.

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Local farmers sharing smiles while holding a box of fresh vegetables at a community market.
05/21/2024
How to Find Local Artisans and Farmers in Your Area

As people become more conscious about where their food and goods come from, many are turning away from anonymous supply chains and rediscovering the value of buying directly from makers.

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Artisanal goods displayed in glass jars and bottles at a rustic outdoor market stall.
05/21/2024
Local Artisans and Farmers: The Heart of Sustainable Shopping

Sustainable shopping is about recognizing the people behind the goods we buy.

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About Us

Local Cart is an easy and convenient platform where local food and beverage entrepreneurs can meet and serve their customers in this new Covid-19 world.  We help them more quickly pivot their business from the traditional dine-in or walk-in to a pick-up and/or delivery model.  We preserve communities by keeping alive the mom & pop shops they have come to love and depend on for their sense of place.

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