Efforts to expand farmers markets are making locally grown fruits and vegetables more accessible for consumers. When you buy locally grown food, you not only contribute to your personal health, you also support Missouri farmers and enhance the economic wellbeing of communities. According to Lynda Johnson, University of Missouri Extension nutrition specialist, there is truth in the familiar national slogan, “Buy Fresh, Buy Local.”
When eating locally grown produce, you also get to experience the difference in freshness and quality…
To learn more about the benefits of including fresh, seasonal produce in your meals, along with tips for using a farmers market staple — greens, see the full article at http://missourifamilies.org/
