Local Food
The mission of Sustainable Solano’s Local Food initiative is to create an environmentally sustainable, economically viable and socially just local food system in Solano County. You can help us build a local food system. Find out how below!
Seasonal Spotlight: Cabbage
Why Eat Cabbage?
Cabbage is in season fall through spring in Solano County, and is a good source of fiber, and low in calories. Red cabbage is higher in Vitamin A, Vitamin C and iron than green cabbage and contains anthocyanins, which are antioxidants found in purple fruits and vegetables. Green cabbage is higher in Vitamin K than red cabbage.
How to Prepare It
There are so many options for cabbage! Try making fermented cabbage in sauerkraut or kimchi. Use it raw as a topping on a variety of dishes, added to soups or stews, and roasted or sauteed.
Try Warm Indian Cabbage Salad and find other seasonal recipes here.
Where to Find It?
Find cabbage
- at your local farm stands and open farmers markets
- in your Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) box from local farms
- in some of these recipes!
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News and Updates
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EcoFarm Insight: Reflection, Observation & Irrigation
I had the opportunity to attend EcoFarm’s 45th Anniversary conference this year and had a wonderful time. My colleagues and I attended a variety of presentations and participated in a number of wonderful discussions with people from around California who work on similar projects related to urban agriculture, local food, and creating connections in their community.
Celebration Gratitude from Sustainable Solano
We would like to extend a warm thank you to everyone who attended our 25th Anniversary celebration! Your presence truly made the evening special, and it was wonderful to see so many familiar faces and meet new friends who share our passion for the mission of our organization.