Farmers Market Challenge (Participation Requested)

in #story7 years ago (edited)


Most of us are aware of the dangers that factory farming pose to both our well-being and the health of our environment. Animal cruelty, pollution, exposure to carcinogenic chemicals, antibiotics, and other pharmaceutical drugs (in both food and water), are just some of the risks and concerns.

Unfortunately, here in the US, many of the agribusiness corporations that profit heavily from this toxic food supply chain are also continually lobbying our government to further relax rules and regulations to make the situation even worse. One of the favorite tactics of the agribusinesses is to attempt to bastardize how the FDA defines terms like “free-range” and “organic” with the goal of making the labels nearly worthless or to completely do away with labeling requirements for things like genetically modified (GMO) foods. If they are successful, consumers will have no idea what they’re buying. Considering our government and FDA so heavily influenced by these powerful corporations, how can we have more assurance that the food we’re buying is safe and healthy for ourselves and our children?

One great option is to buy from local farmers markets and there’s no easier time to do this than in the spring and summer.

Most often, Farmers Markets are comprised of small local producers that you can research or even visit in person. My wife and I are firm believers of “voting with our dollars” and have gotten to know many of the vendors in our Farmers Market throughout the years and know a lot about their integrity, beliefs, and practices.


Fun fact: Locally produced honey has been shown to help alleviate allergy symptoms.

Buying locally grown, non-GMO organic fruits/vegetables, free-range chicken and pork, as well as grass-fed beef/dairy allows us to support the ideals that are better for ourselves and the planet we all share.

Locally sourced produce is harvested later in the growing cycle than conventionally raised supermarket produce because the shelf life doesn’t have to be as long. The meat, eggs, and dairy found in our farmer’s market typically come from animals that are treated much more humanely. The animals have better diets and an overall higher quality of life. All adds up to healthier food that tastes so much better. You might be surprised how affordable farmers markets can be as well.


No, this woman wasn't doing the Russian dance...it just looks like it.

Sometimes we just need a little nudge to encourage us to change our habits and behaviors (myself included.) This is why @fairytalelife and I decided to come up with this little challenge for Steemians this spring and summer.

If you have a local Farmers Market visit it this summer and write a post about it, using the category, farmersmarket-challenge. Let me know about the post after you publish it and I will, personally, RESTEEM it. Have a relaxing, healthy, and Steemy summer!


Amstel is quite offended by this sign.


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Challenge accepted! This is a great idea for the Steemit community.

Wonderful! Thanks, I can't wait to see your post!

Hello my friend ... Happy day ... a beautiful story

You will definately be seeing a post from me. I love the farmers market. Healthy natural food at decent prices and there is no better way to promote buying locally!

Wonderful! You're right, vote with your dollars!

I love farmers market, always so fresh and organic. Theres so many around where I live. It comes in handy since I cook very single day. Nice post Eric, the hard work you put into it really shows :) upvoted!

Thank you very much! Eating local and organic is such an investment in your future!

I grew up on a farm. I love the idea of a Farmers market, local butcher, and just getting back to clean eating. no preservatives.

I love farmer's markets. Also small butcher shops, farm shares, and my dad's garden!

Yes, local is always good but growing your own is best!

I love this idea. I'll definitely be making a post about the Worthington (Ohio) Farmers Market. I go every week!

i am too

I saw your post this morning and grabbed my camera before I left the house.

https://steemit.com/farmersmarket-challenge/@theblindsquirl/farmersmarket-challenge

Beautiful pictures and great initiative. I love going to the farmer's markets.

Most of us are aware of the dangers that factory farming pose to both our well-being and the health of our environment. Animal cruelty, water supply pollution, exposure to carcinogenic chemicals, antibiotics, and other pharmaceutical drugs (in both food and water), are just some of the risks and concerns.
it's Very true@ericvancewalton

Thanks for reading!