Monday 17 February 2014

Can A Quality Farmers Market Prove Holistic?

By Robert Sutter


The best quality farmers market is one that is going to place more of an emphasis on local endeavors above anything else. I think that this is tremendous because, in terms of locally grown produce, you want to appeal to those on a smaller scale in order to retain freshness. However, what if I were to tell you that efforts made on this farm could prove to be, in a world, holistic? I believe that such a shift could benefit everyone from consumers who make purchases to the farmers who produce results.

There was an article posted on Charlottesville Tomorrow that detailed the efforts of Chris and Annie Newman, a couple living in Virginia. They worked together in order to create SylvanAqua Farms, which is a business that focuses more so on the idea of a holistic approach. I think that this is great, seeing as how smaller amounts of substantial crops are going to be able to benefit a smaller group of individuals. While the business in general is something to consider, I believe that there is much more to see in terms of the company's development.

Not only did the efforts of the Newmans prove to be some of the most effective but they were able to attain support from the general public as well. The article said that the couple started a Kickstarter campaign in order to support the farm and a total of $8,000 was raised as a result. The Newmans also sold their home to build even more funds. To say that this shows dedication to a particular endeavor is something that, in my mind, should not be overlooked.

One of the more vital aspects of any quality farmers market has to be that of expansion and I believe that such an idea can be connected to SylvanAqua. I am sure that most would be able to agree with the efforts made by this company but matters are a bit thin, since the company currently only offers pumpkin pies and broiler chicken to consumers. There are plans to broaden the horizons of this company with the implementation of eggs, broiler chickens, and items of that nature. Such a level of growth is connected to authorities the likes of Colle Farmers Market for the right reasons.

The idea of not only growing food for the masses but making sure that said masses are aware of the processes is vital. I am sure that many would like to have a general idea of where their food is coming from and this is something that any quality farmers market can stand to help. With this in mind, isn't it a given that consumers will be more likely to invest? SylvanAqua is growing and, in time, even more products will be offered to those who are inclined to buy.




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