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For those of you who are looking to have a Local Thanksgiving dinner, OEFFA is once again doing their Thanksgiving CSA. the price is pretty reasonable, and if you are having a smaller Thanksgiving, you might consider sharing with a friend. Boxes are available with or without a Turkey. Below is the press release:
Giving Thanks to Local Farmers:
Families Can Purchase Locally-Raised, Sustainably-Produced Turkey and
Veggies for Thanksgiving
Columbus, OHâ€â€Ohio consumers are finding another reason to be thankful this holiday season. On Sunday November 22, families can go “over the river and through the woods†to a Westerville farm to pick up a box of locally-grown, chemical-free, and organic produce to use in their Thanksgiving meal.
The Thanksgiving Boxes are the work of the Ohio Ecological Food & Farm Association (OEFFA).
“People who buy the boxes have reported back to us that not only do they appreciate the fabulous flavors of this fresh, local food, but that it also adds a mindfulness to their celebration of Thanksgiving,†says Carol Goland, OEFFA’s Executive Director. “They feel good about supporting small family farmers.â€Â
The centerpiece of the box is a delicious, fresh, pastured-raised turkey. This year's box will also include potatoes, squash, eggs, garlic, fresh herbs, beets, onions, apples, sweet potatoes, cabbage, flour, greens, broccoli, and pie pumpkins.
The farmers are especially gratified because over the years they’ve seen that they are helping families create new traditions in their homes,†added Goland. “What better time than Thanksgiving is there to be thankful for the land, our bountiful local food, and the good farmers who grow it?â€Â
The Thanksgiving boxes can be purchased with or without the turkey. A $25 deposit is required to reserve a turkey, with the balance due at pick-up. The vegetable box, which can feed 6 to 8 people, can be purchased for $55. All of the money collected for the boxes will go into the hands of local farmers.
For more information or to place an order, go to http://www.oeffa.org/thanksgiving.php . The deadline for placing an order is November 6
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