If you’ve ever tasted a cucumber, or a pepper that is still warm from the sun and harvested just minutes ago, you know the difference between fresh produce and that which has traveled across the country to land in your grocery store. Fresh just tastes better!
Most produce is harvested up to a week before reaching the supermarket and precious nutrients are lost. And our industrial agricultural system chooses to grow produce that can withstand harvesting equipment, transport and has a long shelf life; their choices are not based on taste or nutrition.
On the other hand, farmers that cater to a local market choose many varieties so that they can provide a long harvest season. Getting to know local growers often affords you the opportunity to see how the crops or animals are raised, or at least, to discuss their growing practices.
And purchasing from your neighbor supports your local economy, encourages community and ensures that your area will continue to have farms for generations to come.
Are you ready to take control of your food sources? To empower yourself, your family, and your community by growing, eating, and sourcing food locally?
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