“Consuming local, seasonal produce brings a trifecta of good things,” said Amy Speer, a registered dietitian at UCHealth Yampa Valley Medical Center. “Not only it is better for us, but it helps local farmers and it reduces our carbon footprint.” Good for our healthAccording to Speer, local produce tends to be higher in nutrients. Boosting the local economySpending money on local produce helps sustain local small businesses and promotes family farms. “Farm to fork: Incorporating local, seasonal produce into your meals” will focus on the health benefits of eating local, seasonal produce found at farmer’s markets or grocery stores.