Eating locally produced food lowers climate issues, as less carbon is being emitted through transporting good. Additionally, eating locally is also proven to by healthier, as smaller farms typically use more environmentally friendly methods, rather that large factory farms, who tend to use more chemicals. At Bishop O'Dowd, we have a Living Lab that provides organic lunches.

That is a very good idea, my family often uses our local farmers market.  If you do eat many imported foods, keep in mind their carbon footprint, how far they may have come and how they were transported to you.

My family goes to our local farmer's markets. I think farmers markets and eating locally grown or produced foods is a great idea. It is good for us and for the environment.

Agreed, Kate. I went to a presentation at an MP once where local food organizations spoke about the importance of supporting and buying from local food businesses. Nicole, I think it is great that you and your family go to the farmers market and purchase. I like how you included the knowledge of knowing where the food comes from and how they were transported, Maggie.