How much does eating locally-produced food help the climate problem? What are the other potential environmental and social benefits of eating locally-grown/produced food? Do you have a food garden in your school or at home? If not, do you want one?
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As a business major who grew up on a farm, supporting the local agricultural industry has always been a topic that I'm very passionate about. The agricultural industry is a crucial part of life, yet most local businesses are being overshadowed by foreign imports. While foreign imports are great for eating out of season and are typically cheaper, the benefits of growing your own food or buying locally outweigh these convinces. Buying locally not only gives back to the local economy, it also has vast environmental and ethical benefits. It reduces transportation emissions, cuts down on pollution through pesticide run-off, and maintains local farmland. Mistreatment of farm workers is also a big ethical issue, and by buying local you don't support these oppressive businesses. Eating locally also has countless health benefits an supports seasonal and organic consumption.
https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/7_benefit … ocal_foods