https://cityandlocal.com/food-drink/why-local-ingredients-matter-2026 City & Local en 2026-09-20T18:22:45.619Z Why Do Local Ingredients Matter in 2026? local ingredients, food boxes, community wealth, economic retention, supermarket spending /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-why-local-ingredients-matter-2026-1789928440762/hero.jpg A vibrant farmer's market scene with diverse people enjoying fresh, local produce, highlighting community connection and abundance.