Sustainable Agriculture

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Sustainable AgricultureLocally Grown Foods

• Stephanie Lang
• Adam Heim
• Alicia Greathouse
• Environmental Science 110
• December 3, 2004

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Sustainable Agriculture

• Optimal use of animal by-products
• Proper grazing management
• Using breeds of animals suited for the
  environment
• Adapting animal reproductive seasons
• Waste management
• Pennsylvania Association for Sustainable
  Agriculture (PASA)

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Buy Fresh, Buy Local

• Mission Make it easier for residents to find
  locally grown produce, meats, eggs and other
  agricultural products

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Meadville Area Local Growers

• Formed in March 2004
• 27 producers from Meadville and the surrounding
  area
• Mission To provide wholesome, local foods to the
  community through the support of regional growers
  and to assure producers a direct market for their
  goods.
• Meadville Market House

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Purchasing Locally Grown Foods

• Benefits
• Better taste
• Support local farmers
• Healthier
• Protects environment

• How can you purchase locally grown foods in the
  Meadville area?
• Market House
• Seasonal Purchases
• Hours of Operation