The food system currently employs the majority of people in both self and wage employment in developing countries, and will continue to do so for the foreseeable future. Jobs in the food system beyond agricultural production.
If someone were to ask why you threw organic tomatoes into your basket at the store, you might respond that organic is safer for you and your family. If pressed, factors like taste, texture and nutrition might also pop up in the.
Organic products are often appraised for their benefits to health and the environment. There is a lot of hype around organic and not wrongly so. But when it comes to farming and producing organic food, you should be aware.
Plant-based or plant-forward eating patterns focus on foods primarily from plants. This includes not only fruits and vegetables, but also nuts, seeds, oils, whole grains, legumes, and beans. It doesn’t mean that you are vegetarian.
It’s difficult to overemphasize how vital healthy soil is to life on Earth. Think about it. Crops and other plants grow in it, not only providing food, shelter, and beauty but also oxygen. In addition to being a critical piece of our overall.
While some people believe that they won’t be around to see the effects of how we take care of Earth during their lifetime, I see a great sense of environmental leadership coming from a group that you may not suspect – farmers.