Known for recreational opportunities in nature — skiing, biking, hiking, fishing, rafting — the Roaring Fork Valley is not often thought about as a local food hub. But if you think about it, nature and food production go hand in hand. Sunshine, water, and good soil— abundant resources here — are needed to grow produce, and healthy ecosystems are essential for raising livestock. But the secret sauce is the people, who put it all together to get that local food on your plate.