Farmers play an important role in society as, among many other things, stewards of our land. Because their farming practices directly impact the quality of our drinking water, these practices are directly relevant to all of us.

For those of us living or working in Metro New York, the best example of this direct link may be that we rely on the upstate watershed, home to several hundred farmers, for our water supply. So, it’s easy to see how supporting farms that practice sustainable and therefore water-protective agriculture is important to all of us and the way we live.

The good news is that, as consumers, we can do something for ourselves and the health and well-being of our families while at the same time promoting the collective good – buying products that are made using sustainable farming practices.

Five Acre Farms – Positively Local