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Community Food Systems

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Community Supported Agriculture PDF (182KB)

Community Supported Agriculture is a relatively new trend in agricultural production. As mid-sized farms are bought out by large-scale producers, the number of family farms is declining. In addition, produce travels an average of 1500 miles from producer to consumer. (2) There is a movement around the world to bring back a sense of community and to involve that community in the local production of vegetables. Farmers are now turning to consumers to share in the risk of production.

Jul 17, 2009 2906-1301
Go Local, Virginia PDF (793KB)

Buying and eating locally grown foods – foods that are produced near you or in Virginia – offer numerous benefits for you and your community.

May 1, 2009 348-127