Over many years farming to meet the demand of mass population growth has resulted in radical farming practices that diminish soil quality, which ultimately reduces the nutrient density of fresh produce. Modern commercial agriculture has seen a catastrophic rise in the use of chemicals such as fungicides, herbicides and insecticides that are harmful to the earth and us. You can gain a little insight into the importance of soil in this blog that shares an interview with organic farmer and soil expert Adam Willson.
Spring Lakes Farm aims to make a decent contribution to the health and wellness of our planet, and its people. Producing organic food that is grown in carefully nurtured soil, and literally made with love, is what we do best.
The benefits of eating organically grown food far outweigh the convenience and risks associated with eating chemically grown, mono-farmed foods from large chain stores. But not all organics are healthy. Chat to your local growers at the farmer’s markets about their process of growing. Start educating yourself through conversations with the people that are working hard to make a difference to your health, and Mother Earth.
Some benefits of eating organically:
No nasty chemicals or heavy metals which means better for you and the planet
Higher nutrient density from better soil quality
Organic food is fresher and therefore tastes better!
Longer shelf life
Less pollution, less soil erosion, less energy = better for Mother Earth
No genetic modifications means you eat food the way nature created it
You support local farmers and growers and keep the economy alive in your local area
