Locally grown foods are agricultural products that are produced, harvested, and sold close to where you live.
These foods can include a wide variety of products such as fruits, vegetables, grains, dairy, meat, poultry, eggs, and even processed items like honey, jams, and bread.
Lower Carbon Footprint: requires less transportation, reducing greenhouse gas emissions
Support for Sustainable Practices: Many local farms use sustainable farming practices, which help maintain healthy soil and ecosystems
Biodiversity: Local farms often grow a variety of crops helping to preserve different plant species
Fresher and More Nutritious: Locally grown foods are often harvested at their peak ripeness, ensuring they are packed with nutrients, vitamins and minerals
Fewer Preservatives: Since local foods don't need long transport times, they are less likely to contain preservatives and therefore taste better
Reduced Risk of Contamination: Shorter supply chains mean there's less handling and fewer opportunities for contamination
Supporting Local Farmers: Purchasing locally grown foods helps sustain local farmers and the local economy, creating a stronger community.
Community Connections: Farmers' markets and local food events can bring people together to connect with other locals
Explore the Earth Rangers site. Read through the content and use Jamboard to record interesting facts about foods grown in Canada. Use one sticky note for each interesting fact.
EARTH RANGERS: https://www.earthrangers.com/EN/CA/my-missions/you-wont-believe-how-much-food-is-grown-in-canada/.
JAMBOARD: https://jamboard.google.com/d/1l8PyRSyEmfcBr6B5wOwn9D1NOL7VgWkxgZERObbB7Lc/edit?usp=sharing
Learning Goals:
1. Understanding what locally grown foods are
2. Understanding the environmental benefits of locally grown foods
3. Understanding the health benefits of locally grown foods
4. Understanding the community benefits of locally grown foods