Are you ever confused by natural labels on meats? When I shop at my local farmers' market I typically find farmers touting their "naturally raised" beef, pork and chicken. But what does "natural" mean exactly?
Not much!
Only the organic label assures you that your meat comes from an animal that has not been fed GMO grain (or antibiotics and hormones).
When I shop at my local market I like to ask the farmer what he/she feeds their animals.
Is it organic feed? Pasture? or Conventional grain?
Conventional feed or grain is a red flag because it typically means GMO corn and/or soy.
Too often the farmer tells me that the price of non GMO grain is cost prohibitive, or may not even be available!
To me, purchasing meat from an animal that has been fed GMO grain is a vote for the corporations who limit seed choice and put GMOs on our plates, like it or not.
Buyer be informed.
Eat well and think critically.
Melinda
About Me
- Melinda Hemmelgarn
- Columbia, Missouri, United States
- I'm a Registered Dietitian, "investigative" nutritionist and advocate for social and environmental justice. My tools: the spoken and written word, in combination with compelling images. I believe in using the power of art and media to influence public opinion, change public policy, and improve quality of life. I'm the author of a 25+ year weekly "Food Sleuth" newspaper column, a freelance writer and syndicated radio host. My mission: Help people "think beyond their plates;" connect the dots between food, health and agriculture; and, promote critical thinking and "food system literacy." I live in Columbia, MO, with my husband, Dan, a talented photographer and the producer of Food Sleuth Radio. Together, we created two calendars and greeting cards to celebrate the farmers who feed us "well." Our "F.A.R.M." Project captures farmers' images and stories, and contrasts food and agriculture propaganda with rural realities. You can see some of Dan's photos here: http://enduring-image.blogspot.com We also have two grown children, for whom we are most grateful.
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