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Old 05-05-2006, 03:37 PM
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Default Re: Buying organic vs. saving $$

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Originally Posted by frugalista
Also important to me is buying local. It seems odd to waste vast amaounts of energy to transport food half way across the planet when there's no real need. It's even more odd to religiously buy organic when if has too many 'food miles' attached to it.

To be frugal and ethical investigate what foods are produced local and enjoy cheap seasonal products?
Good point and one I often forget to take into consideration. Thank you for the reminder.
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