I've blogged before about the advantages of eating locally, especially via the coop farm we belong to, the Root Connection.

Life Begins at 30 published a pretty good list of reasons why it's advantageous to eat locally as well. Some of the arguments are stronger than others, but it's a good list anyway. Perhaps more interesting is the "Eat Local Challenge" he espouses. January in Seattle might not be the best time to start this challenge, but it's an interesting idea. I'll have to think about it.

10 reasons to eat local food