Organic On A Budget

Although, organic food is often 20%-100% more expensive than their conventionally produced equivalents, it is possible to consume organic goods on a budget. According to How To Eat Organic On A Budget, by Vani Hari, an American author, activist, and affiliate marketer, “buying quality organic food and eating the most nutritious foods on the planet will save you BIG BUCKS down the road in medical costs, prescription drugs and doctor visits…” It’s important to realize that one way or another a tad more will be pulled out of your wallet so why not do it for a good cause? The evidence proves that it’s better if you spend that money on something that is potentially saving a life rather than putting it at risk. There are more than enough tips all

around (i.e. internet, newspapers, and articles) that will successfully allow the purchase of organic produce to be at low cost and in the end save the buyer hundreds and even thousands. One piece of advice, that wouldn’t be bad to follow, is to stay organized which means to have the meals of the week planned out according to what organic food products are on sale and/or the consumer has coupons for. Another option would be to buy in bulk, take advantage of the “buy one, get one free” offers because who knows when that’ll happen again! All in all, organic produce is pricier when you compare the numbers but you definitely are getting what you pay for. Like Birke Baehr always says, “We can either pay the farmer or the hospital.”

Even though consumers may have become fond of their big name farmers market (i.e.

Sprouts, Whole Foods, Trader Joes), it would be astute of them to look into shopping at their local farmers market. There are multiple benefits that come along with doing so, one being getting your produce as fresh as can be, taking the phrase “farm-to-table” literally. According to 10 Reasons to Support Farmers Markets, you, the consumer, will be able to “[savor] produce at the peak of freshness” and “[meet] the people who grow your food”. These quotes point out the fact that if you purchase your goods from a (local) farmers market, you’re going to get more than just the produce and instead a whole new experience. You can experience everything from the taste of real flavors, due to the fact that these fruits and vegetables are given the chance to fully ripen and then immediately brought to you, to being able to connect with your whole community. It’s clear to see that your health isn’t in the only concern you should have. It’s safe to say that more than enough people would rather have a weekend excursion around outdoor stalls with all kinds of sights and smells than walk amongst crammed, endless aisles filled with “produce” that have been stripped of their natural colors and scents. Make the change you want in life and have a fresh start at a farmers market. Make shopping for goods enjoyable again instead of it simply being considered as a

chore.
According to the Organic Farming Research Foundation, in 2014 there had approximately been 14,093 organic farms producing on 3.7M acres; however, that number (acres) has increased 20% in 2015. That is what the minimal goal should be every year and soon enough there’ll be double that amount of organic farms which will grant everyone easier access to these foods. This statistic demonstrates that if the consumer provides continuous support for these growing organic farms, the numbers will do nothing but unceasingly increase. One could be able to provide support whether it be by sending a letter to them and giving these farms recognition for all it is that they’re doing or something as small as purchasing their products. If society expects to see more organic farms around the areas that they live in then they have to play a part, just as much as everyone else. The people have to start making what they want to happen be seen so a recommendation would be to stop purchasing those “cheaper” veggies and fruits and get the most out of the products that you purchase and simply choose to go organic.