Growing numbers of Americans are enjoying bison because it is considered more healthful than other meats. It is 40 percent higher in protein than beef, has more iron and potassium than pork, and is 97 percent fat free. It’s being used in everything from sausages to spaghetti sauce, as well as burgers, steaks and stew. In fact, it’s so popular that Adalyn Parker, the meat buyer for the co-op, says there’s a problem.
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On April 25, 2009, Waynedale Green Alliance & Southwest Conservation Club, 5703 Bluffton Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana will unite for GreenFEST ‘09: In Celebration of Earth Day Week. This is the first annual Green Festival to take place in northeastern Indiana, and a great opportunity to become involved in all aspects of sustainable living.
Mayor Tom Henry will give the proclamation at noon. The Three Rivers Vero Club will be riding in from Wayne High School for their GreenFEST ’09 Tour to Southwest Conservation Club. Speakers from Citilink, Allen County Solid Waste District, and Save the Maumee Grassroots Organization will be on hand along with a finale concert by Cathy Serrano, Bill Certain, Skip Calvin of Guitar Exchange, and Dan Dickerson of Harp Condition.
Tags: · Fort Wayne, Indiana, Southwest Conservation Club, Waynedale Green Alliance
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