Buying Local at the Farmer's Market

I recently moved into my first apartment so with that comes grocery shopping and cooking my own food.  Though this task may be dreaded by many, it was one of the things I was looking forward to most.  Since I am now buying my own groceries, I recently made my first trip to the farmer's market and absolutely fell in love. 


I love the farmer's market because it offers seasonal, fresh fruits and veggies.  When you buy vegetables in season they not only taste the best but have the best nutritional value.  They have been grown in natural sunlight which helps the development of the phytochemicals, many of which serve as anti-oxidants and protect against cancer.  Additionally, since the products aren't traveling half way across the nation, they haven't had time for the nutrients to be degraded.   

I love the farmer's market because it offers local products.  Buying local keeps money within the region and supports the common people you are buying from.  You don't have to worry about which bosses at the top of the corporate ladder are taking in the greatest portion of the money you just spent.


I love the atmosphere at the farmer's market.  The farmer's market just exudes a feeling and sense of community.  There is just something about being able to speak directly to who is responsible for the food you are about to consume.  Seeing so many community members coming together to support one another is very inspiring as well. 

Have you visited your local farmer's market recently?