Local Farm Spotlight: Leaf Safari
When it comes to enjoying the season’s best flavors, there’s no better backdrop than fresh salad greens. Leaf Safari is based out of Manor and Waxahachie, Texas and grows all of their greens hydroponically without using any pesticides. At any time there are almost a quarter million nonGMO plants growing in their climate controlled hothouses which take up less than an acre of land.
Fresh salad greens are picked by (gloved) hands with roots intact, and shipped out same-day which helps them last that much longer in your fridge. Leaf Safari prides themselves on strict safety protocol and run regular safety audits to ensure the highest quality greens.
Leaf Safari’s hydroponic farms use 90% less water than traditional and organic farming due to being able to recycle much of the water that is used. With a predictable growing cycle, integrated pest management, and climate controlled working conditions, each locally grown salad can be delivered to your table fresh and delicious all year round.
You can’t go wrong with any of Leaf Safari’s salad mixes – from Spring Mix to Superfoods, Butter Lettuce, to Petite Greens – these salads are perfect all on their own with a drizzle of La Riojana olive oil and a squeeze of lemon or topped with your farmer’s market favorites. Enjoy!
top photo by Jennifer Parks