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BUSINESS AND MARKETING
Abstract: Upscale restaurants serving locally-grown produce are in the headlines nationwide.
Growing
for this market is both lucrative and demanding.
Profiles of growers from around the country illustrate
successful strategies and points to remember when working with chefs.
Selling to Restaurants
By Janet Bachmann
NCAT Agriculture Specialist
August 2004
©NCAT 2004
Introduction
Locally grown food is gaining in popularity among chefs in upscale restaurants.
Chefs bu
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