Eating locally supports community resilience from "summary" of Animal, Vegetable, Miracle - Tenth Anniversary Edition by Barbara Kingsolver,Camille Kingsolver,Steven L. Hopp,Lily Hopp Kingsolver
Eating locally means buying food grown or raised nearby. This simple act has far-reaching effects, not just on our health and the environment, but on the strength of our communities. When we support local farmers and producers, we invest in the resilience of our community. By buying from our neighbors, we create a sustainable food system that can withstand challenges and disruptions. When we rely on food from far away, we become vulnerable to supply chain issues and external factors that are beyond our control. Supporting local food systems means we can rely on our community to feed us, even in times of crisis. This resilience is invaluable when faced with challenges like extreme weather events, economic downturns, or other...
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