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As consumers become more aware of the impact their food dollar can have on the environment, we are seeing increased support and demand for farms, markets and suppliers that provide fresh, local produce grown organically. There has also been increased support for farms and suppliers who raise cattle and poultry in a humane, environmentally conscious manner. This new breed of eco-conscious consumer is searching for ways to maintain a healthy, vital lifestyle, while supporting businesses with socia… Continue

It is no secret that we live in a society dominated by disposables. Many of the products you purchase today have a one-use shelf life and are then relegated to the trash. Although an increasing amount of information is available to consumers with regard to living a more environmentally friendly lifestyle, today’s marketplace still places an emphasis on consumption. The average American discards close to 5 pounds of trash a day, which amounts to a staggering 56 tons over the course of a year, one… Continue

If the idea of composting seems foreign to you, allow me to share insight into one of the best things that you as a homeowner can do to significantly reduce the waste you generate. According to studies conducted by the Environmental Protection Agency, yard trimmings and food scraps together constitute as much as 23 percent of all waste that enters U.S. landfills. Much of this waste could be diverted from the dump if homeowners were to create a composting site and place this waste here. Diverting… Continue