1. Grow Local with Organic Haywood Organic Growers Association

2. Why Organic? Food without chemicals or genetic engineering is healthier food Food without chemicals or genetic engineering is healthier food Organic food has better flavor Organic food has better flavor Organic food has superior shelf life Organic food has superior shelf life Consumers prefer organic produce in blind taste tests Consumers prefer organic produce in blind taste tests

3. Why Local? Energy efficiency Energy efficiency Enhanced shelf life Enhanced shelf life Local dollars circulate locally for greater economic return Local dollars circulate locally for greater economic return Adherence to local health standards Adherence to local health standards

4. Local Markets Carrying Organic Products Earth Good Grove Market Haywood Food Co-op Marshall Tailgate Market Taylor Food Co-op Canton Tailgate Market Fine Foods Clyde Tailgate Market

5. What HOGA Provides Seed capital for new organic farmers and producers Seed capital for new organic farmers and producers Mentoring for completion of organic certifications Mentoring for completion of organic certifications Resources and information regarding best practices, pricing, and labor concerns Resources and information regarding best practices, pricing, and labor concerns