Comments on: 4 Tips for Eating Organic on a Budget

By: Jane

Jane — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 02:41:56 +0000

Hi there ~ was just browsing this article on eating organic. My Dad sells natural free-range, grass fed beef at $3.50/lb. Raised traditionally, no hormones, no antibiotics, no corn, etc. He is a small farmer and does not plan to certify organic. His meat is natural and delicious. He delivers to the Twin Cities area with drops in Maple Grove, St Paul and Lakeville.

You can email me at janejensen2@hotmail.com for a breakdown of cuts and weight, etc.

Happy eating!

By: Julie DeWilde

Julie DeWilde — Sun, 26 Sep 2010 14:42:08 +0000

We buy from a farmer in Fairmont. It’s a bit of a drive, but worth it.

By: Nikole Mitchell

Nikole Mitchell — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 22:01:36 +0000

Hi Julie!

Would you be able to tell us where you buy your cow each year? My husband & I have been searching for a local farmer or CSA from which to buy organic, grass-fed beef, but we haven’t been able to find one where the price is as low as $3-4 per pound. So any information you have would be a great help to us!
Thank you!

By: Julie DeWilde

Julie DeWilde — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 04:55:24 +0000

We buy organic beef, in fact we buy a whole cow’s worth once every 12-18 months directly from a farmer. We pay between $3-$4 per pound, and that includes the sirloin steaks. Often, buying directly from a local farmer or CSA makes the price significantly cheaper than one would pay in a store.

By: val

val — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 16:54:20 +0000

I also like Mike’s discount foods in Fridley as an option for some organic. There are 2 other locations also! FYI- it is hit or miss– some days great options, some days nothing. I’d love to know what supplier they use. Within the last 3 weeks, I got organic butter, milk (single serve), cookie mix and yogurt as well as fruit. I also saw baby food and some frozen entrees. Often items are at or just beyond the expiration date, so if this isn’t you, don’t go. I stock up when I can. Good hunting!

By: Brenda P

Brenda P — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 15:03:31 +0000

Another obvious place to shop for organic foods is at your local Twin Cities co-op. The Twin Cities is blessed to have many, many co-ops and they all pretty much run the same month-long specials. Regular prices can be high, but for items such as Cascadia Farms frozen fruit ($3.29 this month) and vegetables and Muir Glen tomatoes, I always find the best prices at the co-op during the month they are on sale. You don’t need to be a member to shop at a co-op!

By: Ane

Ane — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 16:13:37 +0000

Just to let you know the Trader Joe’s in St.Louis Park and Minnetonka do accept Manufacturer’s coupons. I have used Kashi, Toblerone, Vinta crackers, and Tofurky coupons at these stores. (I haven’t shopped at the other locations to know if they accept coupons or not.) Bring your coupons into the store and see what else you can find.

By: MamaE

MamaE — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 02:37:34 +0000

I just found your site… Love it! I did see the Oprah show and also just watched the movie Food Inc. I wish everyone would watch it! We all need to be responsible consumers. I buy organic, but could use some help on the price. This is helpful! Thanks!
-MamaE http://www.mystorytour.blogspot.com

By: Penny

Penny — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 21:34:37 +0000

Did anyone else see Oprah’s food show? It is amazing insight into how our food is processed, mistreatment of animals and people…

My favorite example is : crack an organic egg into a bowl…then crack a regular egg in another bowl….the organic yoke is deep in color….the other is pale.

Just a thought…we can change the process…by using organic coupons and buying organic products…law of supply and demand. I love saving $$$, but want the healthiest food available.

Just thoughts

By: Maryann

Maryann — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 03:29:16 +0000

Carrie, thanks for this information! I always figured that organic was just not possible to do. I’ll look at it differently from now on and choose what I can afford to fit into the budget. Come to think of it, I’ve done that with eggs. I’m willing to pay more for eggs from free-range hens fed an organic diet. We go through so many eggs, I figure it’s one place I’m willing to splurge if I can cut in other areas.