Health & Fitness
Why Shop at Ridgefield Farm Stands and Markets? Lush Legumes, Pesticide-Free Produce, Health Benefits & More!
Farmers from Ridgefield and across the state are gearing up for the summer season to share their local produce at their farms and markets.
Summer is almost here and with it comes juicy and ripe farm-fresh fruits and veggies. Farmers across Connecticut are gearing up for the summer season to share their local produce, dairy, breads and more with hungry locavores at their farm stands as well as at local weekly farmer’s markets.
If you shop at a farm stand or buy a CSA (Community Sourced Agriculture) share, you're getting fresh-picked produce. And if the farm is a USDA certified organic farm like The Hickories, it's all 100 percent organic and pesticide free. The farm and farm stand is located at 136 Lounsbury Road, Ridgefield. Visit their website for more details.
If you choose to shop at a farmers market, many have live music, children’s entertainment, special events and guest speakers.
CT NOFA says that eating local organic food tastes better and is good for you, the earth and your community.
Here are some more benefits:
- Higher nutrients from organically managed soil
- Less exposure to synthetic pesticides and fertilizers
- No synthetic growth or breeding hormones
- No synthetic additives, antibiotics or GMOs
- No sewage sludge or irradiation
- Builds biodiversity
- Reduces excess nitrogen
- Fights climate change
- Keeps water cleaner
- Builds healthy soil
- Saves energy
- Protects wildlife
- Brings people together at markets and community supported farms
- Keeps money in the local economy
Make sure to stop at the ATM on your way there because most of the merchants only take cash. And don’t forget to bring your reusable bag!
Bon Appétit!
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