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Today everyone has very busy lives, driven by the demands of technology and wanting instant communication, gratification and fast foods. We at ERA Justin Realty thought it was time to take a deep breath, reflect on quieter times and bring back our efforts to give back to our communities. Beginning our veggies program several years ago, its popularity has grown and 2017 again proves great success for our communities.
“Our agents wanted to do their share and create a way that our families could eat healthy while helping our friends and neighbors,” said office administrator, Mary Ellen Mazzion Schnackenberg.
“We are proud to continue our CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) partnership. It’s good for us and our area farms! ERA Justin Realty has partnered with a local farm to bring fresh produce to our local communities. You’ve heard of the benefits of buying local. Now we’re offering a great way to enjoy fruits and vegetables grown here in New Jersey and have the opportunity to make an investment in these locally grown foods, which in turn helps to keep New Jersey green!”
Mazzion continues with Michelle Korosy to coordinate the Community Supported Agriculture program. CSA programs are run by local farms and involve consumers purchasing a share of the season’s harvest. With several dozen members signed up for this season, Mazzion said the program is very popular. By mid-summer the shares are huge. Justin Realty subscribes to Alstede Farms in Chester.
Continuing, “We at ERA Justin believe in doing our part to help our communities stay healthy. We also are dedicated in helping support our local economy. Money spent with local farmers and growers all stays close to home, working to build our local economy instead of being handed over to a corporation in another city, state, or country. Since the food moves through fewer hands, more of the money you spend tends to get to the people growing it. Here’s to a healthy 2017 season!”
For information on this exciting new path and to learn more details and find answers to your questions, simply go to ERAFresh.org. You may also reach Mazzion the ERA Fresh CSA’s coordinator at ERA Justin Realty at (201) 939-7500.
