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Support sustainable agriculture by eating local this Thanksgiving Kentuckians can start with a Bourbon (for Bourbon County, KY) Red Turkey for the traditional Thanksgiving meal. Locally produced ham also helps local economy, cuts down on food travel, energy waste By Kelli Bonifer, Extension Agent for Family, Consumer Sciences With Thanksgiving quickly approaching, many of us already are beginning to plan our holiday meals. As we begin meal preparations, we should not forget the hard work and long hours Kentucky farmers put in every day to ensure we have food on our tables. During this season, you can show your gratitude to farmers in your community by preparing your Thanksgiving meal from locally grown products. Purchasing Thanksgiving ingredients from a local producer is more sustainable than buying from a grocery store. According to the Kentucky Department of Agriculture, food in a grocery store travels nearly 1,500 miles from producer to consumer on average. Buying locally grown foods cuts down on those fuel and transportation costs. Since locally grown foods do not have to travel as far, it ensures the food you consume is as fresh as possible. One way you can eat "local" this Thanksgiving is by purchasing a Bourbon Red Turkey. This species of turkey originated in Bourbon County in the late 1800s. In fact, its name is a combination of the county and its red feathers. While these turkeys are smaller than a traditional turkey, they have a much deeper, richer flavor. Their preparation times also vary from other turkeys. Bourbon Reds will need to be cooked slower and at a lower temperature than traditional turkey. Producers should give you cooking instructions when you purchase a turkey. You should make arrangements with a producer now if you plan to serve a Bourbon Red Turkey this Thanksgiving. Production is limited, and this is the only time of the year the turkeys are available because it takes the majority of the year to raise them. Most producers take reservations and will have them ready the week before Thanksgiving. Check the Kentucky MarketMaker Web site at http://www.marketmakerky.com for names and contact information for producers in your area. If you want something other than turkey for Thanksgiving dinner, MarketMaker also has listings and contact information for other meats, including ham and hen producers, throughout the state.In addition to turkeys, you can prepare a flavorful meal with winter fruits and vegetables. Products like pumpkins, squash, dried beans, apples, yams and potatoes make a nice addition to any meal. Some farmers' markets will be open through the week of Thanksgiving. However, if your county's farmers market has already closed for the season, check Kentucky MarketMaker or with your county's Cooperative Extension Service for names and contact information for winter crop producers in your area.While you may pay more for these items, you can get satisfaction from supporting your local farmers and keeping money in your community. For more information on sustainable agriculture or eating "local," contact the Adair County Cooperative Extension Service. Kelli Bonifer, the writer is County Extension Agent for Family & Consumer Sciences, Adair County Cooperative Extension Service, 409 Fairground Street P.O. Box 309, Columbia, KY 42728. The phone is (270) 384-2317Educational programs of the Cooperative Extension Service serve all people regardless of race, color, sex, religion, disability or national origin. This story was posted on 2008-11-04 02:04:57
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