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How to Start a Farm Stop

- A Pattern Language for Local Food Systems

How to Start a Farm StopBy Kathryn Barr
About How to Start a Farm Stop

Our current agricultural system favors large-scale, industrialized farms made to produce monocrops that are shipped all over the world. Consumers are sold on the idea that this system keeps food cheap and affordable, but it also means that middlemen take much of the profits while greenhouse gas emissions run high. The Argus Farm Stop in Ann Arbor, Michigan's model provides economic and cultural benefits as well as enhanced resiliency for the farmers and communities they serve. This guidebook outlines the benefits and challenges of implementing this consignment-based business model. It highlights best practices, offers resources and technical assistance for the establishment of additional Farm Stops around the country, and prioritizes the development of regional, circular sustainable food systems that empower local farmers and enrich communities.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9781607858454
  • Binding:
  • Paperback
  • Pages:
  • 104
  • Published:
  • October 30, 2023
  • Dimensions:
  • 214x278x8 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 358 g.
Delivery: 2-4 weeks
Expected delivery: August 3, 2025

Description of How to Start a Farm Stop

Our current agricultural system favors large-scale, industrialized farms made to produce monocrops that are shipped all over the world. Consumers are sold on the idea that this system keeps food cheap and affordable, but it also means that middlemen take much of the profits while greenhouse gas emissions run high. The Argus Farm Stop in Ann Arbor, Michigan's model provides economic and cultural benefits as well as enhanced resiliency for the farmers and communities they serve. This guidebook outlines the benefits and challenges of implementing this consignment-based business model. It highlights best practices, offers resources and technical assistance for the establishment of additional Farm Stops around the country, and prioritizes the development of regional, circular sustainable food systems that empower local farmers and enrich communities.

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