Your Thanksgiving can be tasty and green

Now that Halloween is over, it's time to get excited for the next big eating holiday, Thanksgiving. This year more than ever people are concerned with the green factor in what goes on the table. You can have a delicious Thanksgiving meal and choose foods and beverages that help benefit the environment and the people who produce them. Our Greener Choices has a guide to having a greener Thanksgiving.

Turkey options include choosing organic and biodynamic turkey, certified humane and free farmed meat and heritage breeds, which are traditional animal breeds that were raised before the age of industrial farming. For fruits and vegetables, organic and biodynamic produce is also an option as are heirloom varieties and Fair Trade certified fruits. Coffee, tea and wine are also available in Fair Trade certified varieties. Rainforest Alliance certified coffee and tea is grown in a way that limits the use of agrochemicals and Bird Friendly certified coffee is grown under a tree canopy that supports healthy bird habitats. And to finish off your meal with a sweet treat you can also choose organic, Fair Trade or Rainforest Alliance certified chocolate. The Greener Choices Eco-labels center offers full details on labels to look for when you are  making your shopping list.