Due to globalization, most ingredients people use today come from thousands of miles away, meaning extreme amounts of CO2 is emitted.

–>Local foods are more climate-friendly

+ Importance of buying seasonal ingredients: lower energy consumption, supports local farmers, nutritional benefits, cost-effective, overall better for the environment.

–> Go to seasonalfoodguide.org and input specific info(state, month, etc) OR follow this rough guide:

Spring:

• Fresh greens, peas, asparagus, herbs, radishes

Summer:

• Tomatoes, eggplant, corn, basil, berries, zucchini

Fall:

• Apples, root veggies, hearty greens, squash

Winter:

• Citrus, carrots, potatoes, cabbage