One would think the sunny Lone Star state would be a good place to grow tomatoes.
However, it is very common to find tomatoes from Mexico, on grocery store shelves along with rice from China and Rumanian lentils.
New trends have recently emerged to promote local produce as a way to contribute to a green lifestyle and a local economy. Eating locally raised food eliminates the pollution derived from transportation and from plastic packing. Among others striving to be green, Heritage Food USA focuses on producing food by treating the planet with dignity and respect. Heritage Food's intent is to connect consumers with local farmers. Thanks to the support of member farmers and customers, Heritage Foods USA has managed to pump $20 million into the small agriculture-related business.
For Thanksgiving, the organization is promoting "2011 Heritage Turkey," encouraging families to celebrate with a not naturally fed turkey. In Texas, the organization's headquarter is in Houston. A list of farmer's markets in the San Antonio are at www.picktexas.com/farm_market/santon.htm.
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