Ultra-Fresh, Locally Grown Produce in the Time of COVID-19 Pandemic

There's a sudden rebirth for wanting fresh foods via local farms — (Photo : Photo by siviarita from Pixabay) Sala

The Coronavirus pandemic has redesigned what was once a planned world. Prices of basic food also picked up, and inflation was rampant at the local supermarket.

According to Medical Daily, the prices of fruits and vegetables have gone way up; this includes the price of bananas, which marked a 12 percent increased from March to April. This was evident due to the limitations of the suppliers and the cost that covers labor and transport, especially for packaged produce.

Shopping will still be a problem even with the restrictions becoming lax.

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That is why you have this guide, so you can take extra precautions to keep you and your family safe and prepared, including making sure you have everything you need at home. But before you do that. Check what you have at home first. Take a look at the foods you already have in your refrigerator, freezer, and pantry. Try to make sure to look at expiration dates and best by dates.

This can help you plan meals around what you already have and will help you limit the number of trips to the grocery store and avoid spending money on items you don't need.

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High Country News has reported the sudden spark of interest for local farm movements as a certain number of consumers have rediscovered their love for agriculture.

You're a farmer. Plants are already in the ground. You make plans months and months in advance. You can't just turn on a dime." explained Evan Wiig, who is the director of membership and communications for the Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

One of the best things to do to secure that your food is fresh is to offer support to the local farms. You can sign up for Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) programs, and they will help you get the freshest organic bounty hand-carry straight to your home.

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Why Enroll Yourself For a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Important During These Times?

CSA is a fantastic method in which people will buy the estimated food share from a farmer before it's even grown. In short, you will be given a portion of the harvested crops as they're being picked.

According to The Spruce Eats, one of the best reasons to join this community is that you'll be at the advantage of having the best produce. Some members are even given unique varieties that are not even available in the local supermarket.

How to join? You can check out this website.