This comprehensive overview of local food systems explores alternative definitions of local food, estimates market size and reach, describes the characteristics

In recent years there has been an explosion of interest in local food systems-among policy makers, planners, and public health professionals, as well as environ

This book delves into diverse local food systems and critically assesses their ecological and societal benefits and trade-offs, their limits and opportunities f

Over the last couple of decades, local governments have started taking action to address food system challenges. Many innovative food policies have taken place