Folks, This Ain't Normal

Over the last several years, I have learned a lot about food and how it is farmed/raised and processed in our country.  As a result, our family has slowly made the move toward real food. It is an on-going effort that has benefited our family in many ways.  If you have read The Omnivore's Dilemma written by Michael Pollan, you will recognize this week’s author as the owner of Polyface Farm.

Folks, This Ain't Normal written by Joel Salatin

The Polyface Farm is family owned and operated in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. It flourishes under the care of Joel Salatin, who is a man with a vision: a vision for responsible living and the belief that everyone can make a difference.  With big business having taken over our food production and the government with its hand tightly clenching the system, Joel is offering an alternative that is more environmentally friendly and healthier for people and animals alike. His approach to farming and to life may seem a bit outdated, but it is a system that works: a system that replenishes the land and nourishes bodies in a far superior way to that of current methodology.  Joel Salatin is a visionary for self sustainable farming and responsible living.

I enjoyed reading about Polyface Farm in The Omnivore’s Dilemma, so I was glad to see this book on the NEW shelf at my library. His writing is entertaining and a bit gruff making for an enjoyable read. Although a bit technical, it was worth the effort to push through it. The most beneficial part of the book is the list of ways to make a difference at the end of each chapter. The inclusion of these tips makes the book both practical and applicable. I would certainly recommend this to anyone concerned with the way food is farmed or raised; or, to anyone convicted enough to make a change for responsible living.

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