Learn more about the world of specialty foods and why "buying local" is appealing to today's consumers. We caught up with Dale recently to ask him some questions and to hear his thoughts about the market potential for local processed foods.

Nelson is currently teaching the winter course "Intro to Food Processing," at the 21 Acres School. Jot us a note and get on the wait list for the next session to be offered in spring, 2012.

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