Reasons to Eat Local
- To shape the future of food
- It is environmentally-friendly – food travels less distance to reach your plate
- Food security
- It’s Healthier for You – Whole Foods Without the Pesticides
- To support small farmers and build community
- Know where your food comes from
- Local food is fresher and tastes better
How to get started:
- Buy at your local farmers market or farm stand
- Join a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture)
- Buy from co-ops
- Buy from local grocers and health stores
- Request that your local supermarket carry local products
- Support restaurants that offer local food
- Grow your own food in your backyard or in a community garden
- Preserve (freeze, dry or can) food from the season for later enjoyment
