In this episode, Brenan Hammer of Headwaters RC & D joins Ashton and shares a groundbreaking survey that captures community needs and uncovers the real reasons behind food insecurity in Butte, MT. Together they break down how transportation gaps, market dominance by corporate giants, and soil safety concerns hinder local food systems, and explore practical solutions like food education, food hubs, raised beds, and composting to build resilience.Headwaters RC &D: https://www.headwatersrcd.org/food-and-agriculture-1Butte Community Farm: https://sw406eatlocal.org/butte-community-farm/Join the podcast newsletter: Rooted Rebellion Podcast | Orion Farmstead - Orion FarmsteadJoin the Orion Farmstead Newsletter: Immersive Farm Stay in Ovando, Montana | Orion FarmsteadStay with Orion: Lodging Accommodations | Tiny Home, Container Home, GlampingFollow us on social media!Instagram:@rootedrebellion.podcast@orionfarmsteadFacebook:Orion FarmsteadThe Rooted Rebellion PodcastKeywords: Local foods, food hub, mining, food access, community farm

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