The 7th reason to become food independent is that you can teach others! If you give a child a carrot they will eat for one day if you teach a child to garden they will eat for a lifetime. It is so important to grow your own food and then teach others how to grow their own food. It is not hard and it is a life skill your kids, grandkids, or young people in your family may need someday just for their survival, plus it is a wonderful shared project to strengthen your bond with them.