Locally Sourced, an organization that was featured in the latest issue of the Centre for Social Innovation's Collider newsletter and web magazine under, is an online resource for locating farm shares in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
"The Locally Sourced site plots Toronto pick up locations on a map, helping you discover farm shares that are conveniently located," Steve Benjamins, who maintains the directory, writes on the Pigeon Post. "Plus, the farm shares on our website each have individual profiles with photos and examples of the delicious food you can expect to be receiving!" Some of the farm shares listed include Fresh City Box, Wicklow Way CSA and Chick a Biddy Acres. As a resource, Locally Sourced also provides basic information on what constitutes CSAs and farm shares.
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Why This Trend Is Growing
- Online Farm Share Directories
- The development of online resources to locate and purchase farm shares could benefit both farmers and consumers by simplifying the process and increasing accessibility.
- Location-based Farm Share Directories
- By utilizing maps to display pick-up locations of farm shares, consumers can more easily find and support local farmers.
- Transparency in Farming
- The use of profiles and photos to display the food and farming practices of individual farms supports transparency and informed decision-making for consumers.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Agriculture
- The agriculture industry could benefit from the development and use of online and location-based resources to market and sell farm shares, potentially increasing sales and revenue streams.
- Technology
- The technology industry could support the development of online resources and mapping tools to facilitate the purchase and delivery of farm shares to consumers.
- Food and Beverage
- The food and beverage industry could benefit from a focus on transparency and sustainable farming practices, potentially attracting consumers who prioritize supporting local businesses and environmentally conscious products.
