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Challenges and potential solutions in developing community supported agriculture: a literature review

Catharina Any Sulistyowati, Suraya Afiff, Muhammad Baiquni, Mia Siscawati

Agroecology and Sustainable Food Systems

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A literature study conducted from October 2021 to June 2022 identified challenges in the development of Community Supported Agriculture (CSA). Farmers face expenses for sustainable practices and labor shortages, while CSA members encounter issues with time commitment, cost, and adapting food consumption habits. Organizational challenges include member recruitment and retention, competition, and CSA sustainability.