Sustainability in Organic Corn Tortilla Production

Sustainability in Organic Corn Tortilla Production
Sustainable agriculture cornfields work with live buffers filled with pollinators, birds and plants.

Ever wondered how those yummy corn tortillas get made? Well, at Vermont Tortilla Company, we do it in a really cool way that's good for the planet!

First, we grow our corn on special farms that are nice to the Earth. We don't use any yucky chemicals or stuff that's been changed in a lab. Instead, we use smart farming tricks to keep the soil healthy. It's like giving the soil a workout and a healthy snack! This helps keep our water clean and makes the air fresher.

Imagine the Earth as a big garden. When we take care of the soil, it's like giving the garden a good watering and fertilizing. A healthy garden grows strong plants, just like a healthy soil grows healthy corn.

Next, we buy our corn from farmers who live nearby. This means less driving, which is better for the planet. It's like supporting your friends and family!

Think about how you feel when you help a friend. It's a good feeling, right? Well, buying corn from local farmers is like helping our community. It keeps our local stores and businesses strong.

Finally, we make our tortillas in a special way called nixtamalization. It's like giving the corn a spa day! We soak and cook it in a lime solution, which makes it super healthy and gives it a yummy flavor.

Nixtamalization is a really old way of making corn tortillas. It's like a secret recipe that has been passed down from generation to generation. It's a special process that makes our tortillas extra tasty and nutritious.

When we make tortillas this way, we're helping to take care of our planet and support our community. We're also making sure that our food is healthy and delicious.

Imagine the Earth as a big house. We need to take care of our house to make it a comfortable and safe place to live. By using special farming practices and supporting local farmers, we're helping to keep our planet healthy and happy.

And when we eat healthy food, we feel strong and happy. Our bodies need good food to grow and stay strong, just like a plant needs sunlight and water.

So, the next time you eat one of our tortillas, remember that you're not just enjoying a tasty snack; you're also helping to make the world a better place!