Feast of Fields Helps Small Organic Farms in Ottawa

"When you can't get the time of day from the big grocery chains, it's time to become a marketing professional, says one farmer

Although this is one of the busiest times of year for organic farmers in the Ottawa region with fall harvest at hand, many are taking the time to team up with the top chefs in Ottawa for Feast of Fields 2007 at Vincent Massey Park this weekend.

Not only will it be a fun contest to see who can create the best dish judged by the audience, it is also a way for small organic farmers to make a crucial link to their markets in a business dominated by huge factory farms, mostly from south of the border."

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