Buying in Bulk

My girlfriend and I are doing our third summer in Vermont and this year we will both be working in the area and one of us will likely end up at a farm, making our food income immediately annexed. We also wanted to see if we could buy in bulk at the beginning of the summer to save money and I was wondering if anyone had any specific stores, or plans that incorporate food budgeting. I dont want to just buy a bunch of ingredients from Costco and I am looking for a kind bulk distributors. I know we could save a lot of money if we bought flour and cooking oil, but I was thinking about buying bulk meat from a farmer in my area as well. Any leads?

Often, I see ads on Craig's List from a local farmer that is selling whole/half hogs, or whole/half/quarter beef cows.  You might contact your County Extension Agent, as s/he would likely know of local meat producers & dairies who would like to sell local.  Check out local bee keepers, as many would love to put a hive on your land (in exchange for honey)!  There is probably a local bee Assn, or the local college could offer help.
Enjoy your summer, and eat well (and locally).

look for natural food coops in your area, we have been able to buy in bulk from natural food coops since our hippy days (60's)