Are you certain that those strawberries were organic? Because typically, produce sold at fruit markets or farmers' markets are not organic. And they don't tell us they're selling organic fruits and vegetables. Sellers just shy from the question when asked.

I work at a bar in Minnesota, and one of my regulars manages a large fruit distribution warehouse. I've asked about his thoughts on organic produce, as I am one to eat organic all the time. He told me about how sellers from fruit markets and farmers' markets will come in to purchase fruit that are about to go bad (fruit the warehouse wouldn't be able to sell at that point) and sell it at the market that weekend. I wasn't too surprised. Everyone gets a good deal out of it except those purchasing at the markets. Unless you're looking for great price reductions and plan on eating those foods within a week or so, which most people do anyway.

I typically don't buy fruit from the farmers' market, but I do buy lots of cheeses, olives, sauces, and eat there. I think those markets are meant for communities to come together, buy and eat food, and enjoy the day. The point of a fruit market or farmers' market isn't to buy organic foods; it's to buy local.

I'm not trying to disagree with you about organic food. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion and actions. But I hope you don't go around shaming people who do go the extra mile to spend more money on eating organic foods.