On the Ranch

In honor of the Kiley Ranch Fall Harvest Festival, this Green Byte segments focuses on organic foods.  Organic and locally grown foods have many benefits to you and your community.

1.  CHEMICAL-FREE - Organic Foods are free of toxic pesticides and unnatural growing techniques.  Research shows that certifies organic foods have higher levels of antioxidants and flavonoids, which both help to reduce of cancer and other diseases.

2.  HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT - Organic Foods help to reduce pollution and protect our water and soil.  With crop diversity and rotation, along with the avoidance of chemicals into our water system, organic foods help to maintain diverse and healthy natural systems.

3.  SUPPORT LOCAL ECONOMY - Buying from local growers helps your community economy by providing vital jobs in the area and promoting our areas natural abundance.

4.  REDUCE YOUR CARBON FOOTPRINT - Buying local and fresh produce reduces carbon emissions due to reduction in transport and need to chill or freeze the items.

5.  ENJOY SEASONAL DIETS - Eating that works in harmony with the in-season food can help the local economy and add interest to your diet.

More resources can be found at the NevadaGrown website, a cooperative effort of the NevadaGrown Marketing Program, Nevada Certified Farmers’ Market Association, and the Nevada Certified Organic Program.