It's Not Too Late
It is Not Too Late
In today's world, we all run from our jobs to our families and try to eat what we can in between. Usually the food we choose is not healthy for us, but it is convenient. Modern farming practices have made it so that processed fast food is less expensive than real food from the earth. The reason is because modern farming is no longer about just planting a seed and harvesting the rewards. It now involves chemicals and synthetic fertilizers, which in itself has turned into a multi-billion dollar a year enterprise. So it stands to reason that getting back to nature is more about taking control of our lives and the lives of our families by not buying into the corporate mindset of faster is better. A logical choice is eating only organically produced food, which means no chemicals were added during the growing process. The benefits however, do not stop there. Organic farming holds an equally as important place concerning the welfare of local farmers, the environment, and the future of humankind. Also, organic food holds a higher nutrient content, making it a better alternative to conventionally farmed foods, and for the long-term health of the world's population.
Local organic farmers feel a sense of accomplishment knowing that they are contributing to a healthier future for generations to come, and that they are ensuring our environment stays in good condition (Druce). Food that is grown locally keeps money in the community, which in turn helps to stabilize local economy. Bobby Jones, a local organic farmer in Huron, Ohio, buys all of his feed and supplies from the local supply company, then the owner of that store buys meat and other organic items from Jones. They are helping to support the local economy by
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utilizing the resources within the community. Another incentive to local organic food is that there is no damage to the environment from pesticides, since organic farming rejects all forms of...
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