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These methods of growing reduce pesticide use , water consumption , and distances food needs to travel , while generating healthier , less expensive ,
nutrient-rich food .”
It is often said that society is out of touch with where our food comes from .
For most of us , our weekly shopping means heading to the grocery store and buying food as cheaply as possible from distant locales . Often , because of distances traveled , we are forced to purchase food with low nutrient values for top dollar . And never mind the cost to the environment transporting those peppers or oranges across oceans to market . It ’ s a broken , inefficient system . Earth Day , celebrated this year on April 22 , is a great time to reassess our individual environmental footprint . It doesn ’ t require a radical change in lifestyle of giving up things we need or like . It may mean riding your bike to work one day a week , turning some lights and your home computer off , or growing some of your own fruits , vegetables , and herbs . Growing your own food , be it in urban gardens or at home with a hydroponic system , has myriad benefits , be it social , economic , health-related , or environmental . These methods of growing reduce pesticide use , water consumption , and distances food needs to travel , while generating healthier , less expensive , nutrient-rich food . In this issue of Maximum Yield , we cast a wide net to bring you the best and latest information possible to help you get started growing your own food . From the basics like cleaning your equipment to the best methods for preparing your plants to live outdoors , to more advanced topics like lighting and nutrient delivery , there is something in this issue for all levels of grower . April , or , more specifically , Earth Day , is a great time to turn over a new leaf and get back in touch with how and where your food is grown .
As always , thanks for reading Maximum Yield and if you have any questions feel free to contact us at editor @ maximumyield . com .
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