Avoiding Supermarkets - is it time to get back to basics?
Posted by: Kris
15th May 2011 10:59pm
As I've grown older and moved out of home this has become an important issue, considering the current price wars, and the hurt that is occurring to the 'Aussie' farmer.
This lead me to turn away from the supermarkets and seek out green grocers and markets. Recently I have also been introduced to the concept of home delivered fruit and vegetable boxes. A company in my area does just this, with a mission to source locally and within season.
Obtaining my fruit and vegetables in this manner has reminded me of the stories my mother would tell me of all the home delivery options, from the bakery van, and the milk man and the at the gate buys from farmers.
I want to know if my journey in seeking out alternatives to the supermarkets is unique? Are we moving back to a community based model of living from era's gone by? Are you finding difficulty in obtaining an alternative or are you happy with the service of supermarkets?
ssteve
- 20th Feb 2012 04:40pm
its nice to see the public starting to realize that local fresh organic produce from your local grocer or even online direct from the grower is the direction of sustainable good health and the fruit and vegetable industry . Shopping here instead of supermarkets will provide an opportunity for farmers to be paid for the valuable work they do. Growing at home needs careful planning and a lot of good luck,can be more expensive than home delivery ,though there is nothing better than to grow your own even if it is cheaper at woolies
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