Real People Eat Local

Yes. Fruits and vegetables start to lose nutrient content as soon as they’re picked, so the sooner you eat it the better – and local food probably makes it to your plate a lot faster than food shipped across the country. Also, many people feel local food promotes a better diet, because by seeking out farmers’ markets and Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) programs, they buy more fruits and veggies than they otherwise would. With a CSA share, folks receive a box of seasonal vegetables each week during the subscription period, and they figure, “If I buy it, I’ll eat it.” This is a great way to get kale, collards, okra and other super healthy greens into your diet.