MANHATTAN, Kan. – There are many opportunities for you to incorporate Kansas into the holidays, from the gifts you give to the meals you prepare. The From the Land of Kansas program invites you to give the gift of Kansas this holiday season. A bottle of Kansas wine or a great Kansas-made soup mix will make great hostess gifts. Both of these items show a unique way to say “thank you” to a friend or family member for hosting, but also gives them something special, a gift of Kansas.

The From the Land of Kansas program is the state’s agriculture trademark that focuses on promoting and supporting Kansas farmers, ranchers and agribusinesses. With more than 300 members, there are several options to choose from when giving the gift of Kansas this holiday season. When buying products with the From the Land of Kansas logo, consumers can be sure they are supporting Kansas-grown or made items.

From the Land of Kansas member Donna Cook, owner of Rabbit Creek Gourmet Products, provides over 350 different mixes including dips, soups, quick breads, beer breads, brownies, desserts, and scone mixes. She says the From the Land of Kansas program has helped her business and customer base expand.

“Becoming a From the Land of Kansas member truly helped me expand my market and customer base,” Cook said. “I hope this holiday season people consider giving From the Land of Kansas gifts because there are so many great products that all support Kansas small businesses!”

The program has a created the brand new, interactive, 2015 Kansas Gift Guide featuring 24 different companies and their products. The guide also includes recipes created by Chef Alli that features Kansas ingredients. It can be found online at FromtheLandofKansas.com/GivetheGift.

“The goal of this gift guide is to help make holiday shopping more convenient and  provide a list of great products that are produced here in Kansas,” said Stacy Mayo, From the Land of Kansas director.

To shop From the Land of Kansas visit the online marketplace at Shop.FromtheLandofKansas.com where products can be shipped directly to friends and family across the country or look for the From the Land of Kansas logo in stores.

The From the Land of Kansas program provides support and assistance to help make Kansas businesses more successful, grow rural communities and expand markets for Kansas agricultural products.

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