Ohio Entrepreneur Eyes ‘Farm-to-Table’ Model for the Clothing Industry

The farm-to-table movement has reshaped how many Americans think about what they eat — and now one Ohio entrepreneur wants to apply that same idea to what they wear.

The business owner is working to establish a regional textile economy, drawing inspiration from the decades-old farm-to-table model that revolutionized the food industry by connecting consumers more directly with local producers.

Just as farm-to-table dining emphasizes knowing where your food comes from, the concept would encourage consumers to consider the origins of their clothing — from the raw materials to the finished product — all sourced and manufactured closer to home.