Urban Farm DB
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Database research record2011·United States

Supporting Local Agriculture

Kathleen L. Cappellano

Nutrition Today

Urban Farm DB summary

This article outlines farmers markets, community-supported agriculture, school- and community-based gardening, and collaborative programs that provide access to fresh produce, in response to American consumers' growing interest in learning about how and where their food is produced. It highlights online resources that describe these programs and organizations, which inform people about the many benefits of local agriculture.