Consumption
of seasonal and locally grown food has become one of the latest trends as far
as the sustainable food movement is concerned. Consumers across the world are
realizing the importance of buying food produce from local farm markets as
health experts believe that local is healthy. If exotic fruits and vegetables
available in the supermarket have travelled miles to reach the market it cannot
be considered sustainable because it has resulted in burning of fuel and
emission of greenhouse gases.
Growing sustainable food in
kitchen gardens:
There
are many consumers who have started growing vegetables and fruits in their
gardens. This can be considered another latest trend in the context of
sustainable food. In an attempt to encourage the production of organic produce
Michelle Obama recently planted an organic garden in a 1,100 square foot plot
at the White House. This is being considered one of the most remarkable efforts
towards ensuring environmental sustainability.
Buying seasonal produce:
Another
latest as sustainable
food trend is the purchase of seasonal produce by consumers and
restaurants. Several hotels and restaurants across the world are extending
support to the environment and local farmers by purchasing locally grown fruits
and vegetables. The entire menu includes recipes made from seasonal products.
There are many people who want healthy food on the go as they don’t have the
time to prepare. Supermarkets as well as restaurants are addressing this demand
for the consumers and providing them sustainable food choices on the go. They
have especially hired dieticians in order to consult with them and offer food
items to the consumers. Some supermarkets have hired a dietician for shoppers
so that they can consult on special diets and recipes that can be prepared with
sustainably grown produce.
Today,
organic food items are available in almost every regular supermarket. More
consumers are showing interest in paying more for organic fruits, meat,
vegetables and other food items. Consumers can buy quality organic products
from local farm markets as well. The number of farm markets in the US has also
increased to a great extent in the last few years, indicating the rise in
interest for sustainable food.
Author's Bio:
Kevin Long is the founder of Global Deaf Connection and the co-founder of Justmeans, a social utility site that helps companies to attract and ignite advocates of better business and good work related to clean technology, sustainable food, sustainable development and health. Kevin has done significant business development work for both for-profit and non-profit organizations.
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