Self-Identification: A Big Reason Americans Support Local Food Markets
Sunday, August 30, 2015 - 10:20
in Mathematics & Economics
More Americans than ever before are supporting their local food markets, but it's not just because they believe the food is fresher or tastes better. Instead, people are shopping at farmers markets and joining food co-ops in record numbers because these so-called "locavores" are driven to eat locally grown produce by desire to feel a part of something greater than themselves; part of a community that shares their passion for a healthy lifestyle and a sustainable environment. read more