There are so many benefits to growing your own fruit and vegetables.
But what are some of the other reasons for starting or perhaps increasing the amount you are growing at home currently?
Most of us that do grow fruit and vegetables have differing reasons. Let’s consider some.
Many enjoy the time out in the fresh air with family or friends.
Others might prefer the solitude it can provide.
We have regulars who often list that growing their backyard produce provides time to connect with children and in particular their young grandchildren.
Here at Tullamore Farm we do so, because we know the way we grow provides the healthiest and freshest fruit and vegetables.
No lost nutrients, no sprays or preservatives added and no questionable farming practices to be concerned about.
Our belief is that the healthier your food, the less you are likely to spend on caring for your health.
For others growing some of their produce is financial.
So many in our community are struggling to manage financially and unfortunately this is likely to get worse.
You generally have two ways to improve that situation.
You can either try to earn more money or you could reduce what you spend.
Growing more of your own fresh fruit and vegetables can certainly help.
For those on a fixed income, those savings can be then used elsewhere.
One reason that is rarely discussed is food miles.
If we were still living at the turn of last century, food did not travel that far.
Your food today has travelled, on average, very large distances.
Some reports state that on average that is in excess of 1,000 kilometres. That is a lot of cost and a lot of resources with all the associated disadvantages.
Compare that to the distance from your back yard to your kitchen.
Whatever your reasons or combinations of reasons, please consider starting or increasing what you are growing and enjoy all the benefits.
