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In today’s world, advances in farming and greenhouse technology—combined with the ability to ship goods between states and even countries more easily—means most kinds of produce are available year-round. However, there are reasons why Mother Nature gives every plant a season. Next time you order at a restaurant or are browsing through the grocery store, consider the following reasons to choose in-season fruits and vegetables.

What Are the Advantages of Eating Seasonally?

1. Better-Tasting Food 

Fruits and vegetables that are picked for consumption at the right time have more flavor. For example, pineapple is never sweeter or juicier than when it is picked during the summer; artificially trying to extend fruits’ life only reduces their taste. 

2. Healthier

During the winter, foods rich in citrus are abundant because Vitamin C helps fight off colds and the flu. On the other hand, summer foods like carrots are rich in beta-carotene that protects us from sun damage. This is all part of nature’s way of taking care of our bodies.

However, when produce is picked before it’s ready, it loses some of that nutritional value. Plants and fruits need time and sun to grow, and cutting this process means relying more on artificial measures like genetic modification. 

3. Less Expensive

restaurantThe relationship between supply and demand decides how much produce is worth. Since seasonal produce is more abundant during their respective times of year, you’ll end up spending less per pound in stores. Seasonal specials at restaurants are also usually less expensive.

4. Environmentally-Friendly

Food that isn’t seasonal has to travel a long way to reach a restaurant or grocery store. This uses up more fuel. By eating seasonally, we reduce the need for these measures and better support local farming in our areas. 


Buzzard Billy’s of Lincoln, NE, specializes in Cajun and American cuisine, serving some of the tastiest burgers and chicken wings in the famous Haymarket section of downtown. Currently, they are offering a seasonal menu that makes the most of autumn flavors. Try their “Taste of Fall,” a beef burger topped by a delicious apple compote, or their olive-rich muffaleta sandwich. Learn more about their offerings by checking out their online menu. Call the restaurant directly at (402) 475-8822 to learn more about these seasonal dishes.

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