USTC360 No47 Urban Homestead

Ginger: Welcome to US Tzu Chi 360. I'm Ginger Chang. Today we continue with our special on local farming. To tell us more, we have Rachel Franz, the co-founder of Big Apple Edibles and urban farmer on the show with us again. Welcome Rachel! First off, why is it better to buy organically produced food?
Rachel Franz: Organically and locally produced food is very good for personal health because it has a higher nutrition value. If it's eaten 3 days after it's been harvested -- it's much more healthier for you. Also it's much more healthier for the environment because there are fewer trucks, traveling fewer distances if it's local. And if it's organic, there are fewer chemical pesticides and fertilizers. Also the local economy is strengthened when you purchase farm produce from a local farmer. It's good for the economic region as well.
Ginger: I think for most people, the reason why they choose not to buy organic is because they see it's expensive. But does it have to be pricey?
Rachel Franz: Absolutely not! It is right now, it's more expensive right now then conventionally grown produce but the more popular it gets, the more pressures there will be and the producers find a way to do it more cheaply. And the competition will begin to favor the organic farmers.
Ginger: Well, let's go see the Dervaes' view on the importance of conscientious consumption.
In our next segment, Footprints, we introduce you to Chin-Lan (Chen) and her husband, Chu-Lai Chen -- two Tzu Chi volunteers in New York not only known for their superb culinary skills, but the lush little green grange in their backyard as well .

[@graceaxisa4213]

I love the Dervaes family - they are honest, hardworking and a great inspiration to me. They are leading by example and I applaud their way of life. Wholesome and beautiful!

[@christian-minhdo9547]

"" If it wants to live,let it live " + + + + +

[@Marflet11]

This is so Amazing!!! This family is out of sight with what they are doing and how they are sharing this. Nancy White sitting there with her umbrella, getting her slice of paradise! The animals feelings safe and loved, and the love and nurturing these people have....God Bless them, they are amazing, Heaven sent

[@pilarmartin5051]

I live in a house and I have no grass but fruit trees flowers and things to eat, land is to be used not just to look at, love your video and wisdom bless you mm

[@guloguloguy]

The Dervaes Family IS SO INSPIRING!!!!!! FANTASTIC People!!!!!!! AWESOME Lifestyle!!!! They're "Living the Dream"!!!!!! :D WOW!!!!!!!

[@Mika30041975]

Jordanne is beautiful.

[@sogua2000]

Ginger thank you for bring this kind of videos and dig more about The Desves. I watched some of their videos but never this one. Keep doing this excelent work.

[@danpt2000]

The Dervaes ?

[@smallfootprint2961]

Love the example that the Dervaes family has shown. Hope the younger generation is carrying on since dad is gone. Hope there are some videos of their continued success.

[@Daniel-nf8pp]

There is always some rude people out there. You guys are doing a fine job. Keep up the good work. I sell my garlic to vendors in the farmers market and avoid dealing and bargaining with the little customer. Greetings from Colorado ✌

[@danieljohnadriel]

i love them

[@jeramiedm1982]

Jordanne is such a cutie :)

[@tonysilver6016]

Awesome reporting!

[@kellogsnotavailable]

first thought - Now, where do I find myself such a nice curly girl like Jordanne, so plum and yummy, then I was thinking more that I'd like to have her kind as my daughter in about 30 years from now ^.^

[@sorin990]

8.51 where can I get the template for those chicken signs ? those are EXTRA-ADORABLE !!!!!!

[@xZENxSAMURAIx]

Guna go eat my Bacon now. Lol

[@danpt2000]

This is Southern Calif, What fall and Winter are the Dervaes talking about?

[@hawgdawger]

I'm from southern California. Apparently, you're not old enough to remember some of the snow fall in the foothills in east San Diego County. Ugh.