samedi 13 janvier 2018

The Benefits Of Getting Missouri Local Produce From A Farmer

By Donna Wagner


Local fresh produce is becoming more prevalent and sought after the world over; not only by chefs but also by home cooks. As they discover the benefits of buying fresh, home-grown produce over supermarket food, more farmers' markets are appearing, and home-grown suppliers are opening their doors wider to the public. All, in all, the health, economic and environmental benefits of consuming freshly harvested Missouri local Produce are numerous and diverse.

Economies of scale and central buying policies mean that in most cases, home-grown crop is shipped to a central warehouse and then redistributed back to home-grown grocery stores. This could mean the fresh vegetables grown by the farmer in town A are sent to consumers in town B, while produce grown in town B a few days later are sent to town A.

Its Fresher- Supermarkets go to huge lengths to pile food high and sell it cheap. Sometimes when the word "fresh" appears on a label, the food may not be that fresh. What do we think of when we think of the word "fresh"? Taking tomatoes as an example, the mass produced ones are usually picked green. It can take up to two weeks for them to arrive at the store, and if they're not ripe, they are exposed to ethylene to force ripening. This is what supermarkets mean by "fresh".

Finding a native farmer who sells yields either to native grocers or at native farmers' markets is your best choice. Farmer's markets are cropping up everywhere because the demand for them is increasing. Most of us are interested in getting the best for our dollar. Buying natively is a good way to ensure this.

Its Tastier- Fresh yield is packed with more flavor than supermarket food. There are many reasons for this. Obviously the fresher the food, the tastier it is, and this depends largely on storage time. Food that is stored for long periods loses sugars and starch that greatly affects flavor. Taste and texture also depend on where fruit and veg is grown and where animals are farmed and live.

Fresh home-grown foods are responsible for a healthy nation. With nutritionists advising we should eat five servings of fruit and veg per day, the quality of the food should be equally as important as the amount. Fruit and veg sourced locally is additive free and has more nutrients such as minerals, vitamins, and sugars because of the reduced time between harvest and eating. Studies in health and diet reveal that eating fresh, home-grown produce improves digestion and disturbed sleep.

Sustaining the Home-grown Economy- Smaller suppliers face a constant battle competing with supermarkets. By supporting home-grown suppliers, the money stays home-grown and creates and sustains jobs, while ensuring the bright future of food that tastes better and is healthier. By keeping money home-grown, the area becomes more confident, communities more tight-knit, happier and healthier in body and mind, and creates a healthy, flourishing society.

We all look forward to locally grown harvest at the peak of summer for restaurant menus or entertaining at home. Whether it's from the Farmer's Market or a special experience with a roadside stand selling sun drenched yield, the experience is benevolent. Always check out for fresh home-grown yields whenever you are shopping.




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