I'm a Farmer!!

Yep, summer's here... and I'm a farmer.

A few months ago, I read Michael Pollan's book In Defense of Food: An Eater's Manifesto, which discussed, among other things, the benefits of a plant-based diet.

It didn't promote vegetarianism, so much as it promoted a return to good old fashioned healthful eating. One section of the book really brought my attention to community supported agriculture, or CSA, farms. Basically, it's when a collection of local citizens purchases "shares" of a local (usually organic) farm.

In exchange for a yearly fee, the CSA supporters receive weekly deliveries of fresh, locally-grown fruits and vegetables. For the past few weeks, I've been a member of the Garden of Eve farm, based in Riverhead.

My first CSA vegetable share.


Being able to shake the hand of the guy or gal who planted, tended to, and harvested the food you're eating really gives you a greater appreciation of the whole experience. Plus, the food is more nutritious and flavorful.

My buddy TC Luoma wrote a terrific article discussing Pollan's book. I definitely suggest giving it a read, and then Google CSA farms near you.