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How are large retail grocery chains addressing the grassroots movement in which consumers wish to buy only locally grown and not mass-produced foods?
They are stocking more locally grown foods when possible.
What changes are there in customer demand popularity of organic food freerange foods and locally grown food?
As consumers become more aware of additives in foods and the way animals are raised on factory farms. the demand for organic, free-range, and locally grown foods are increasing. Some people are also choosing organic foods to avoid GMOs in foods and the harmones and antibiotics that are given to animals because they believe organic foods are healthier.
What does locally sourced ingredients mean?
Locally grown means that the food/eggs were produced in the area you live in. Rarely is a locally grown food transported more than 90minutes away from the ground it was grown in. It also means that local money stays local, and farmers/gardeners in your area have a chance to sell their excess products. There are products that are grown in commercial fields and labeled "locally grown" because the farm is just down the road from you, but generally the term "locally grown" will refer to the smaller producer that might sell his goods to local restaurants, grocery stores and at the farmer's market.
Where can I find out more about locally grown diet?
Yes, there are plenty of websites that can help you find information about the locally grown diet. You just need to browse the internet for them, or ask a friend for the websites.
What does grown mean?
Locally grown means that the food/eggs were produced in the area you live in. Rarely is a locally grown food transported more than 90minutes away from the ground it was grown in. It also means that local money stays local, and farmers/gardeners in your area have a chance to sell their excess products. There are products that are grown in commercial fields and labeled "locally grown" because the farm is just down the road from you, but generally the term "locally grown" will refer to the smaller producer that might sell his goods to local restaurants, grocery stores and at the farmer's market.
What variety of organic food does McDonald's serve?
McDonald's does not advertise that any of their foods are grown organically, and since organically grown foods are more expensive, it is unlikely that any of their foods are grown organically.
Where can I find more information on locally grown food diet?
You can find out more about locally grown food by visiting a local farmer's market. Usually they may be out a whole day or two every week, so make an effort to support your community and buy their produce.
What are the bad points about organic foods?
They are more expensive and can be smaller than chemically grown foods
Do the local fast foods use local grown foods?
Chain restaurants thrive on consistency so they provide the ingredients through approved food service distributors. Cost is also a major factor and fast food restaurants are not willing to pay more for better ingredients. It's highly unlikely you'll ever find a fast food restaurant that uses locally grown food without advertising it. Individually owned restaurants often use local foods and when they do, they will advertise it because it's a selling point and people are willing to pay more for it.
What percent of Americans eat locally?
The percent of Americans who eat locally grown food is not known. Most people seem to just go to the grocery store to get their food, although in the past few years it does seem like more and more people are visiting their local farmers markets.
What are some different foods of Buddhism?
As Buddhism is not an ethnic origin with a rich history of haute cuisine, there are no specific uniquely "Buddhist" foods. Many Buddhists are vegetarians do any locally grown fruit or vegetable is on the menu. Most Buddhists do not drink alcohol so no wine, beer and spirits. Asian Buddhist probably have more rice in their diet than European or North American Buddhists.
What did puritans in Massachusetts eat?
Puritans in Massachusetts typically ate a diet based on simple, staple foods such as corn, wheat, seafood from the Atlantic Ocean, wild game, and fruits and vegetables that could be grown locally. They avoided luxurious or extravagant foods, and their diet was generally plain and utilitarian. Meat was consumed sparingly, with fish being a more common protein source.
