Local implies relationship and geographical proximity— “local” is a conversation!
Local food is...
Good for you because:
It is at peak freshness
Does not need to travel as far
Is loaded with nutrients (loaded with flavour)
Is generally higher in quality (nutrient dense)
Good for local farm families and the economy because:
It keeps local farmers in business
It offers great value for your dollar
It keeps money in our local economy
Good for the environment because:
It travels <50 km, instead of an average of 3,500 km to reach your plate
It requires less gas and packaging which means less pollution
It uses fewer chemical fertilizers and pesticides
