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Ropes supports local farms
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To the Editor:
I recently read that Sharon Erickson Ropes, our state senator, toured local farms to listen to the concerns of our farmers and to connect them with fine food markets in the Twin Cities.
She also talked about creating a website where we can find out how and where to get locally grown food. I think this is a great idea! We eat more healthfully when we eat locally grown foods. In addition, we support our family farms, create jobs locally, and reduce the time/energy it takes to transport our food long distances.
It’s good to see public servants like Senator Ropes take action and reach out to the people of our district, especially the farmers. This will enable her to make decisions in St. Paul that can benefit both our local farmers and consumers.
Kathie Geiger
Winona, Minn.
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