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Feast on Fresh: Savor the Flavor of Local, Organic Goodness
Organic farms use 45% less energy while maintaining or exceeding yields compared to conventional farms, according to a forty-year study by the Rodale Institute.
Our one step this week is to buy local organic food in season. This is Eating 102, continuing our sustainable practices regarding food. Eating 101 offered a More Plants, No Beef practice guide. Let us know what favorite fresh fruits and vegetables are available at farmers markets and community-supported agriculture near you!
For additional practical sustainability guides, please visit our website at www.SustainablePractice.Life.
Two That Matter Most
To know whether you are meeting your need for food in a sustainable way, these two environmental indicators matter most:
- How much organic food you purchase.
- How much non-organic food you purchase.
Successfully Changing Eating Practices: A Quick Note
Changing eating habits is hard. You may have the best intentions to eat organic, but catch yourself putting non-organic items in your shopping cart. A six-step continuous improvement practice proficiency model helps you make…
