Abstract
This pilot study explored farmer motivations for participating in a farmers’ market in ACT to shed light on whether it contributes to a more socially sustainable food system. An adaptation of ethnography including interviews, observations, and document analyses found three main themes—authentic, fresh, high quality food defines this farmers' market; desire for re-connections; and strengthening community—which were evaluated against a social sustainability framework. Findings showed that the Capital Region Farmers Market is a socially just and equitable food system where social capital can thrive. The study provides preliminary evidence that farmers’ markets can play a role in improving sustainability from a social perspective.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1124-1153 |
Number of pages | 30 |
Journal | Agroecology and Sustainable Food Systems |
Volume | 39 |
Issue number | 10 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2015 |