News Release

FOOD MASCOTS COME OUT TO CELEBRATE THE LAUNCH OF NEW WEBSITE

August 18, 2005 - SIMCOE COUNTY - The Simcoe County Farm Fresh - "Buy Local" initiative has been officially launched to assist local residents of Simcoe County in finding locally grown fruits and vegetables.  The first tool developed is a new website www.simcoecountyfarmfresh.ca  with information on local road side stands, country stores, farmer's markets and pick your own farms; highlighting  70 locations to find locally grown food.

The farming community is encouraged by the local project.  Pauline Chappell of Chappell Farms explains, "Farm Fresh Simcoe County will make is easier for local residents to find local food. Everyone benefits if more people eat locally."

Research undertaken by the Committee have noted several advantages to eating locally:



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