Resources

Certified Naturally Grown - www.naturallygrown.org  - We have switched from Certified Organic to Certified Naturally Grown.  What's the difference?  Not much.  CNG uses the same standards as the USDA Organic Program, at a fraction of the cost to farmers.  CNG provides an alternative to small, local growers.  Please check them out on the web and let us know if you have any questions.

Books
Animal, Vegetable, Miracle by Barbara Kingsolver - Journey with the author through a year of strictly local eating.  This book contains inspirations and insights into growing your own food and eating locally.  Her website is a fantastic resource in itself, with full access to the book's recipes, local food resources, and more. 

The Omnivore's Dilema by Micheal Pollan - An eye opening look into where our food comes from.

Simply in Season  - A great cookbook that is divided up by seasons - a great resource for what to do with all that local produce in spring, summer, fall and winter. (Available for sale at the Downtown Westminster Farmers Market - All proceeds benefit market initiatives).

Real Food by Nina Plank - What to eat and why.

Web
www.localharvest.org - Look for local farm products and CSA's in your neck of the woods.

www.futureharvestcasa.org - DLT is a proud member of this organization.  It's a great resource for farmers and customers looking for local and sustainably raised food.

Friends

Nev-R-Dun Farm - www.nevrdunfarm.com - Carroll County Certified Organic farm.  Check out farmer Tom's forum - www.nevrdunfarm.com/forums/ ; especially the 'Tales of Idyllia' catagory - to take an eye opening look at many aspects of producing local food (and also some pretty entertaining stories). 

White Rose Farm - www.whiterosefarm.com - Find Beauty, Bounty and Balance at this Taneytown farm retreat.

Downtown Westminster Farmers Market - www.westminsterfarmfresh.com - Find all local goods such as fruits, veggies, baked goods, meats, and more!