Eating locally, seasonally, and sustainably has gained national attention in recent years spurred by books, articles and studies. Also, the supply chain issues that left many grocery shelves empty during the pandemic (and since) has brought these conversations to the forefront.
Seasonal Roots Founder, Duane Slyder was recently a guest on Virginia Talk Radio Network’s “Morning Jam” to talk about the concept of eating locally and seasonally with hosts Janet Rose and Mark Lamb. Duane explained how Seasonal Roots helps connect local farmers and food artisans with the local community to ensure the freshest tasing foods in Virginia and parts of Maryland.
Seasonal Roots supports local farms and artisans throughout the state and the foods are more nutritious, fresher, better tasting and are seasonal, so people can eat what’s fresh in their area all year long. Because foods don’t travel cross country to get here, they spend more time in the ground ripening, are truly fresh when they arrive, and save fuel by reducing the distance traveled. The wide variety of menu items available include fruits, veggies, dairy (egg/butter/cheeses), meat and seafood, dips and spreads, coffee, and much more.
You can check out the complete interview here:
About Seasonal Roots
Since 2011, Seasonal Roots’ online farmers market has connected Virginia families with local family farmers who use sustainable, humane practices. Our neighborhood market managers – who believe in living better through scrumptious, healthy eating, being kind to animals, protecting the environment, and spreading joy – home-deliver freshly harvested produce, pastured eggs, grass fed dairy and meat, plus artisan fare. We empower our members to eat better and live better with more nutritious, flavorful food that’s good for us and good for the planet. More info at seasonalroots.com.