Local Leanings Hit A Fast Food Fave

Looks like fast-food Burrito staple Chipotle had decided to take a leadership stance in the lovacore movement. According to the Associated Press:

This summer, Chipotle is purchasing 25 percent of at least one produce item for each of its stores from small and mid-sized farms located within about 200 miles. Those purchases could include lettuce, onions and peppers.

Organic beans, avocados and herbs grown only on a large scale in certain climates won't be part of the program.

Fine dining chefs have long sought ingredients from nearby farmers, but Chipotle is moving that philosophy to a growing quick-service chain.

"It's going to open up the practice of knowing where food comes from to a wider variety of people," said Kate Evanishyn of Slow Food USA, which believes in food production that treats the environment, animals, human health and workers well.

Why do I have a feeling that Burger King, McDonald's and Taco Bell won't be following suit?

Comments

[joaquin ochoa]

If you remember McDonalds had a huge share in Chipotle. Have you looked at their board...yep. I'm sure McDonalds will follow suit.

[Rita Sokolowski]

I live walking distance from the original Chipotle (still there :) ) and am not surprised they have made this move, good lads that they are.

Mac & Don's may have HAD a share once, but I doubt they will follow suit