Local food systems are often viewed as alternatives to the global food system to stress their "promise of difference." But many myths have also been debunked, such as the "local trap" — the belief ...

A food hub has spouted in Port Lions and could be rural Alaska's model of food security. A local food hub has spouted in Port Lions on Kodiak Island, bringing with it increased food security. The ...

LYNCHBURG, Va. (WDBJ) - The City of Lynchburg is set to receive $1,574,898 million in federal funds to support local food production, Senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) announced Friday.

Vermont's food system receives over $3 million in grants from the USDA. The grants are divided into infrastructure and equipment categories to support local food systems. Funding will support projects ...

PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) – Governor Glenn Youngkin announced on Wednesday the latest round of grants in order to help support food production in the Commonwealth. According to a release, $264,000 in ...

Indianapolis neighbors have created a network of shared gardens across the city, offering free food and a chance to dig into ...

Research supports several benefits associated with local food systems, although not without nuances and controversy. These benefits include their ability to reconnect consumers and producers, ...

A local food hub has spouted Port Lions on Kodiak Island, bringing with it increased food security. The archipelago is now home to six community and tribally owned farms. The idea is to connect the ...