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10 Reasons to Eat Locally & Organically (adapted
from Center for Urban Education about Sustainable Agriculture,
www.cuesa.org) 1.
Taste
real flavors
2.
Enjoy
the season
spring » fava
beans summer » tomatoes
fall » bok choy winter »
oranges
3.
Support family farms
(Farmers pictured here serve the Bay Area at local farmers’ markets:
l to r: Ella Bella Farms, Honeycrisp, Twin Girl Farms, Happy Quail, Eatwell)
4.
5.
Nourish yourself
6.
Discover the spice of life: variety!
7.
Promote humane treatment of animals 8.
Know
where your food comes from
9.
Learn
cooking tips, recipes, & meal ideas
10.
Connect with your community
“Every
time you spend money, you’re casting a vote
Protect
the environment
for the kind of world you want.” -Anna
Lappé