First things first. You can’t Thanksgiving without a turkey . . . unless you’re vegetarian in which case you’ll want to serve a tofurkey.

As a side note, going vegetarian is always something to consider if you want to save the planet. There are many reasons environmentalists argue for vegetarianism and against meat production. Commonly cited concerns include groundwater contamination from improperly disposed sewage, pollution from meat processing plants, clear cutting to make room for grazing, the production of grains for feed, methane, I could go on and on. All facts considered, a vegetarian meal will make your Thanksgiving the greenest.

If you can’t bare the thought of soybean turkey substitute then definitely consider an organic, biodynamic, or heritage turkey. By buying one of these options you’ll ensure that your turkey wasn’t raised on a pesticide rich diet. No fillers or antibiotics either. A certified turkey will ensure your meat was raised by farmers who care about the environment and are willing to spend the time and money on environmental best practices. Now that’s some food for thought!

Posted on November 14th, 2007 by Olivia Zaleski