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March 17, 2009

Michelle Obama Endorses Local Food & Community Gardens
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Meanwhile, First Lady Michelle Obama has been touting the benefits of
locally grown food and community gardens. In a speech last month, the
First Lady described herself as “a big believer” in community gardens.
In a separate interview, she said, “When you grow something yourself and
it’s close and it’s local, oftentimes it tastes really good.” In an
attempt to support local farmers, the White House has begun buying fresh
fruits and vegetables from farms in Maryland, Pennsylvania and New
Jersey.



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