8 Ways to Save on Organics Series: Part 8-Local Farmers

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Farmer’s Markets and local farms are another great way to save money on organic food.  Once you get to know the local farmers you can gain a wealth of information on what they raise, when it is harvested and how to get the best possible price on their produce. A great way I have found to save money at the farmer’s market if you are not looking for specific produce items is to stop in close to the end of the market,  {Read More}

8 Ways to Save on Organics Series: Part 7-Gardening

Gardening was once everyone’s means of providing for their families.  That was before the era of the large supermarkets we have today.  There is always produce available, it may have made itself half way around the world to land on that shelf for us, but it is there none the less. As prices continue to rise and the uncertainty of the economy continues, many are returning back to their roots by trying to raise some of their food by once {Read More}

8 Ways to Save on Organics Series: Part 6-Online Deals

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A great resource to save on organic food and other household items is to purchase them online.  It is amazing how many great resources there are for organic purchases right from your home.  Again, just as if you were shopping instore you have to take advantage of when sales are offered and free shipping offers.  Here are a few of my favorites to shop at: Amazon-They run specials very frequently on organic food items.  Many items offer free shipping if {Read More}

8 Ways to Save on Organic Food Series: Part 5-Shopping Sales

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Many people think of sales as a no brainer way for saving money.  The key to saving the most on  organic food with sales and circulars is to maximize what is on sale.   Just like with all commerical goods, they run sales in seasonal rotations.  Certain goods go on sale certain times of the year.  These are some trends: April: Ham, Turkey, Eggs May & July: Ground Beef, Chicken, Ketchup November: Celery, Canned Soups, Cranberry Sauce, Turkey, Canned Vegetables, Potatoes, Evaporated {Read More}

8 Ways to Save on Organic Food Series: Part 4-Meat Shares

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The concept behind the meat share program is to purchase a set quantity of meat from a local farmer that may be delivered on a weekly, monthly or quarterly basis.  The concept is similar to a CSA.  Each meat share program may vary slightly depending on the farm but most usually offer several options.  Usually you can make a decision to purchase a beef, pork or chicken package, or a combination package.  This allows you to select what your family {Read More}