CHILLICOTHE, Ohio— According to Secretary of State Frank LaRose, agriculture is Ohio’s leading industry, with over 77,000 family farms still operating across the state.
“Working on a small family farm taught me valuable life lessons, such as work ethic and grit,” said LaRose.
“Ohioans are known for these values, and they are exemplified in our agricultural community. These are traditions that will continue to be passed on from generation to generation as Ohio’s oldest and largest industry continues to provide the food, fiber, and fuel the world needs and to power our state’s economy.”
One local business highlighted by the Secretary of State’s Office is locally owned, Grahams Greens.
The “urban farm” specializes in microgreens, lettuce, various Asian vegetables, and culinary herbs.
“With a culinary background and a Master Gardener certification, owner Graham Matter strives to master growing the tastiest and safest version of the products he provides, such as salad mixes, fruits and vegetables, herbs, and microgreens,” says the Secretary of State’s Office.
All products, the owner says, are 100% grown in Chillicothe.
Graham’s Greens can be found at the local Chillicothe Farmers Market or their location at 76 E. Second Street.