Escondido Farmer and sustainable farming consultant, Scott Murray was with us today. Murray Farms and the San Pasqual Academy reap the benefits of his labor. At San Pasqual Academy, the students live on campus, and their campus is a farm. Murray teaches vocational and food-literacy. Fed from the 20 acres of vegetable gardens, these students are being educated in a way to help avoid the U.S. obesity epidemic. Murray informed us today that they are making progress, and the students are becoming inspired throughout the process of growing things such as five different colors of carrots.
We love the idea of food literacy! Teaching school age children how to eat balanced, organic meals is paramount, and it is wonderful that San Pasquale Academy is doing just that. Right on! Murray also pointed out that we cannot assume that everyone knows where their food is coming from.
Organic farming is experiencing its share of challenges as well. On the top of the list is oil prices. Increasing fuel costs means higher food cost. So what can we do? Shop at the farmers market of course; and while you're there, take Scott Murray's advice and give your local farmer a big hug.
Slow Food Nation is coming up at the end of August. Murray recommends this event to learn about a wonderful alternative to fast food. To contact Scott, email him at ScottAMurray@SBCglobal.net.
Thank you all for listening!
Olana and Deborah
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