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Database research record2021·Italy

A Socially-Based Redesign of Sustainable Food Practices: Community Supported Agriculture in Italy

Alessandra Piccoli, Adanella Rossi, Angela Genova

Sustainability

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To understand the potential of the Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) model in Italy, two investigations were conducted in 2019 and 2020, analyzing structural and organizational aspects, and resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown. Findings indicate that CSAs represent a radically innovative experience capable of redefining production and consumption practices, demonstrating remarkable resilience due to their common value basis and strong interdependence and solidarity among members.