This paper recognizes the need for additional sustainable food systems in Haliburton County. There is a need for further research into a farmer's market as well as Sustainable Ecological Alternatives for Living (SEAL). Work with SEAL could also lead into the documentation of the accomplishments of Haliburton County's many home gardeners.]]>
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This paper looks at the work of the Highland Harvest Community Shared Agricultural system. The health and economic issues encountered in Haliburton are discussed based on a report from the Haliburton, Kawartha and Pine Ridge District Health Council and the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs. This leads to a look at the issue of food security in Haliburton. The concept of Community Shared Agriculture is introduced, followed by details of how the Highland Harvest CSA operates. Suggestions for future research topics conclude the paper.]]>
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A main component of the theory of bioregionalism is that its strength and function ability begin with the individual commitment of the people in a given community. The paper puts forth the idea that foraging can make a valuable contribution to the development of a local bioregion as it helps develop individual values and skills which permit the participant to put into practice some of the aspects of the theory.

Drawing from a number of sources, the paper is a catalogue of edible plants organized first by general tree type or habitat. For each plant noted, common and scientific botanical names are given as well as distinguishing characteristics, habitat appearance, blooming period, and season to harvest. Information concerning preparation for medicinal and food purposes is included and notes of interest complete each record. Hand-drawn illustrations accompany the text and all information is cross-referenced in an index.

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