Ron Faubert and MaryAnne Udvari of the Kent Federation of Agriculture spoke of the importance of agri-business as a $3 billion economic driver for the community. They noted, in a larger sense, that Canada produces some 200 different agricultural products.
They urged residents to learn more about local producers, roadside stands and more at http://buylocalbuyfreshchathamkent.com/?page_id=1825
Coun. Leon Leclair said Chatham-Kent offers unparalleled variety, price, safety and quality in terms of fresh produce and urged everyone present to make sure they include local products as part of their diet.
Lyndsay Davidson, a public health dietician with the Chatham-Kent Public Health Unit, said eating locally grown produce is a simple, affordable and effective way for families to improve their health.
