Food matters

Posted 8/21/12

Consumers and farmers share common ground

The local food movement that is sweeping the nation continues to gain traction here in our own river valley. Increasingly consumers, who want to eat real …

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Consumers and farmers share common ground

The local food movement that is sweeping the nation continues to gain traction here in our own river valley. Increasingly consumers, who want to eat real food again, are discovering that buying fresh, local food grown by local farmers is a win-win for both. The farmer benefits when the money goes directly into his or her pocket and also helps the local economy. The consumer wins because just-picked food retains more nutrition than well-traveled food from farms far away. Oh, and then there’s this: farm-fresh, local food just tastes better! So, if you’ve never attended a potluck with people who buy local, direct-from-the-farm food (or perhaps even grow their own) you’re missing out on a real treat. The food these supporters of local farmers prepare for potlucks is awesome. And the conversation is pretty great, too.

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