FARE IDAHO’S STORY
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FARE IDAHO’S STORY
How do we bring together our food and beverage community and strengthen our local food system? In March of 2020, in the midst of a pandemic, we decided to explore turning a moment into a movement.
We realized that we needed to work together to create real change, however, something was missing. We were lacking industry support that uniquely represented our independent food and beverage business’ needs here in Idaho. Our independent food and beverage community should have a seat at the table with collective bargaining power.
As a unified voice, with a sure sense of community, we can achieve a better future for our small food and beverage providers. We need to bring an awareness to our local farms, food and beverage industries here in Idaho because they matter. We also know that we can achieve more, together.
We unite our Idaho food and beverage communities so that independents get a seat at the table with an opportunity to collectively impact positive change within their industry.
WE COLLABORATE. WE ADVOCATE.
OUR MISSION
Connect, Align, And Promote The Shared Interests Of Idaho’s Independent Restaurants, Family Farms, Food And Beverage Businesses. Our Goal Is To Advance Independent Businesses, Increase Our Financial Success And Improve The Conditions Of Those Who Work In Our Industries.
WHAT WE VALUE
Independent food and beverage interests in Idaho
Building connection within our business sectors and across our sectors
Bringing voice to our shared independent business interests
Facilitating solutions to our shared independent business problems
Improving the conditions of those working in food and beverage industries in Idaho
CURRENT ISSUES
Recovery from the pandemic aftershocks
Developing local markets for farmers, food and beverage producers
Licensed beverage policy
Promoting the unique value of our independent restaurants, cafes, bars and tasting rooms
Ensuring the longevity of farmers and ranchers in Idaho