Farmers’ markets promote a “green” lifestyle

Photo Credit: Kaylie Eichholt

.

Last 5 stories in Lifestyle

• Thrifting trend pleases shoppers, revives old styles - March 29, 2012
• Stylish watches bring color to school uniform - March 5, 2012
• Body cleansing brings healthy results to students - February 16, 2012
• Good day on US 19 surprises student--Marauder Remix - October 24, 2011
• New music style catches attention of students - October 20, 2011

Other stories that might interest you...

• Freshman strives to become Eagle Scout
• Students reach out internationally, collect supplies for Africa
• Solar cookies make science delicious
• TOMS represent comfortable, fashionable footwear choice
• Busch Gardens adds exciting new roller coaster

March 8, 2011

Kaylie Eichholt, Editor-in-chief

   Farmers’ markets are a good place to practice the “green” lifestyle.

   These marketplaces offer an array of locally grown vegetables and stands from local businesses. The stands range from completely cheese, to smoothie cafes, to local bakeries, such as Sweet Caroline’s.

   Dunedin hosts a farmers’ market every Friday from mid-Oct. until April in Pioneer Park. This park is located on the corner of Main Street. Dunedin Green Market has stands such as Just Plumerias, Pierogi Place and Zocalo Salsas.

   Clearwater offers a farmers’ market from mid-Nov. to the end of April every Wednesday.

   A benefit of buying from farmers’ markets is that the food is purchased locally. Because of buying locally, it helps build a community and promotes energy conservation.

   “Farmers’ markets make me so happy, and I am always excited to go to them because you never know what you will find there. You can have a stand selling blackberries right next to a stand for hemp socks. I always feel like I am going green and helping out the local community while getting some of the best deals of my life,” senior Aubrey Danielson said.

Tags:

 Email This Post        Print This Post