1. Unique Tastes and Flavors: People don't travel to Italy looking for a good burrito. Every area has a unique flavor ...find out what yours is! 2. Economic Support: Spending your money where you live keeps your community thriving. 3. Fewer Food Miles: Locally-grown food cuts down on pollution from CO2 emissions by shipping fewer miles. This shorter shipping lets local producers cut back on the preservatives needed to keep food "fresh" on a cross-country distribution trip. 4. Not convinced yet? Consider the health and benefits you and your family would gain from fresh, local food. Unlike large factory farms, small family farms are more likely to raise grass fed, hormone-free or free-range animals, and grow organic produce.