By the Numbers: NWRM RFBC January-June 2025 Impacts
In the first half of 2025, the Northwest and Rocky Mountain Regional Food Business Center continued to strengthen regional food systems through technical assistance, business support, and partnership building:
- 1,513 individuals received direct technical assistance
- $2 million distributed through 118 Business Builder subawards
- 2,121 new partnerships and collaborations formed
- 212 partnerships reported increased sales of regional food products
- 701 partnerships reported more efficient and coordinated use of resources
- 217 partnerships secured additional funding
The graphic below shows the number of individuals trained by topic through Center programming:
With Center operations concluding this month, we celebrate the momentum gained, connections built, and investments made in 2025. The seeds planted through this work will only continue to grow across our region!
Discover how farm and food businesses in the Northwest and Rocky Mountain region are achieving incredible results—real stories of transformation, success, and local food supply chain impact.
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Latest From the Center
Impact Stories -
May 4, 2026
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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May 4, 2026
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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May 4, 2026
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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May 4, 2026
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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