Sustainable A to Z
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Kids Participating
Small farms and non-toxic farming create wonderful environments for children to live in or visit. Kids growing up in urban environments are often isolated from the earth and its natural cycles. Field trips to farms and school gardens help them reconnect with their food system, and teach them to value agriculture and ecology. On family farms, kids participating in the day-to-day work of the farm may then carry on the family tradition and become the next generation of farmers.
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Glossary
Artisan/Artisanal:
The terms "artisan" and "artisanal" imply that products are made by hand in small batches.
Biodynamic:
Biodynamic farming is an approach based on the work of Austrian philosopher Rudolf Steiner...
Certified California Grower:
California farmers that sell at Certified Farmers' Markets are required to register with their county's agriculture department...
Conventional:
Refers to standard agricultural practices widespread in the industry...
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Resources
Farmers market info, urban homesteading links, and food access organizations. Find it here.
CUESA's Sustainability Frameworks
These documents spell out guiding principles and best practices in sustainable food production.