Our Region’s Food Story in Action
Building Resilience Across the Northwest & Rocky Mountains - One Business at a Time
Explore stories of innovation, access resources, and connect with regional partners shaping the future of local food.
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Even though our funding program has wrapped up, we’re still here to help you find the tools and connections to keep you moving forward. Explore curated resources for food and farm entrepreneurs across our region.
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Impact Stories
Biz Builder Grantee Spotlight: Snacktivist Foods
Snacktivist Foods, a grantee from Kootenai County, Idaho, is partnering to co-manufacture whole grain penne pasta made from regenerative regional grains. Designed to meet school nutrition standards, this product expands access to healthier grain options while strengthening regional sourcing, co-manufacturing partnerships, and supply for institutional buyers.
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Biz Builder Grantee Spotlight: Apis
Apis, based in Ada County, Idaho, is transforming surplus farm produce into value-added products through local partnerships—reducing waste and increasing farm revenue in a market where local food holds a small share. These efforts power a new Farm Subscription Box that showcases regional goods, expands market reach, and strengthens a more collaborative local food system.
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Biz Builder Grantee Spotlight: Quinoa Good
Quinoa Good is a rural snack business is expanding its reach through a new e-commerce platform, increasing visibility and direct-to-consumer sales while strengthening market access and supporting small business growth.
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Biz Builder Grantee Spotlight: 1890 Farms
1890 Farms LLC, a Wyoming-based produce operation, is strengthening its market presence through investments in cold storage, marketing, and a new website. These upgrades improve distribution of fresh sweet corn, expand regional access, and support continued growth.
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Biz Builder Grantee Spotlight: Canyon Chile
Canyon Chile, LLC crafts authentic green and red chile sauces using Pueblo peppers sourced from Colorado family farms. After a successful 2024 farmers market season, they are expanding by developing shelf-stable versions of their most popular sauces for local retail—laying the groundwork for broader distribution and future online sales.
