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1. Outlook for 2024-28: Inflation

Subjects
Local food -- Economic aspects, Inflation (Finance) -- Zambia, Food supply -- Economic aspects, Regional focus/area studies
Abstract

Owing to tight local food supply, food prices continue to drive inflationary pressures. Consumer price inflation is well above the BoZ's target ceiling of 8%, and ticked up to 15.4% [...]

Published
2024

2. Paris Olympics is a waste of money. So is Canada’s hosting World Cup

Author

Lander, Moshe

Subjects
Local food -- Economic aspects, Hospitality industry -- Economic aspects, Travel industry -- Economic aspects
Abstract

Paris’s experience with Olympic finances, surely to be disastrous, will be a crystal ball for Canada’s hosting of the 2026 World Cup, Moshe Lander is a sports economist and senior lecturer at Concordia University in Montreal. Over the next two weeks, three billion people will watch the Summer Olympics in Paris. And [...]

Published
2024

3. MODEL PROGRAM HELPS FAMILIES SURVIVE RISING FOOD COSTS

Subjects
Local food -- Economic aspects, Pet food -- Economic aspects, Pets -- Economic aspects, Business, Business, international
Abstract

M2 PRESSWIRE-September 9, 2024-: MODEL PROGRAM HELPS FAMILIES SURVIVE RISING FOOD COSTS (C)1994-2024 M2 COMMUNICATIONS RDATE:09092024 Hudson Valley, New York -- September is Hunger Action Month, and a program in [...]

Published
2024

4. Council takes bold steps to end food poverty and tackle climate emergency

Subjects
Local food -- Economic aspects, Poverty -- Economic aspects, Food supply -- Economic aspects, Business, international
Abstract

London: Fife Council, UK Government has issued the following news release: Fife Council members approved the Food4Fife Strategy, a crucial first step in creating a food system that improves access [...]

Published
2024

5. KOEHLER MEASURE TO BOLSTER LOCAL FOOD ECONOMIES

Subjects
Illinois. Senate, Local food -- Economic aspects, Bills, Legislative -- Economic aspects, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

SPRINGFIELD -- The following information was released by the Illinois Senate Democrats: In an effort to bring more Illinois food to our shelves, State Senator Dave Koehler is leading an [...]

Published
2024

6. Atherton Tablelands farmers hit with increased freight costs as Palmerston Highway flood damage bites

Subjects
Local food -- Economic aspects, Floods -- Australia, Dairy industry -- Economic aspects, Food supply -- Economic aspects
Abstract

floods, Food, food security, flood recovery, far north queensland, mango prices, dairy prices, freight costs, palmerston highway, tablelands, cyclone jasper Local Food Systems; Infrastructure; Floods; Agricultural Crops Some farmers in [...]

Published
2024

9. Sydney awards food relief as cost of living bites

Subjects
Local food -- Economic aspects, Cost and standard of living -- Economic aspects, Food relief -- International aspects, Business, general, General interest, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

SYDNEY, December 21, 2023 (Xinhua via COMTEX) -- Australia's Sydney said on Thursday it has awarded 1.5 million Australian dollars (1 million U.S. dollars) in grants to 12 organizations to [...]

Published
2023

10. SCHUMER DELIVERS OVER $700,000 IN FED FUNDING FOR BUFFALO'S FRESHFIX TO EXPAND OPERATIONS AND CONNECT LOCAL FARMERS WITH MORE WESTERN NY BUYERS-- HELPING BUILD A ROBUST AND RESILIENT LOCAL FOOD ECONOMY TO REDUCE FOOD INSECURITY ACROSS THE REGION

Subjects
United States. Department of Agriculture, Local food -- Economic aspects, Nonprofit organizations -- Economic aspects, Farmers -- Economic aspects, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

WASHINGTON -- The following information was released by New York Senator Charles Schumer: Schumer Says Fed Funding Will Help Buffalo-Based FreshFix Expand Regional Food Hub To Support Small Farmers, Local [...]

Published
2023

11. Ashford Borough Council secures UKSPF funding for new Visitor Economy project

Subjects
Local food -- Economic aspects, Wine industry -- Finance -- Economic aspects, Hospitality industry -- Economic aspects -- Finance, Wineries -- Finance -- Economic aspects, Company financing, Business, international
Abstract

London: Ashford Borough Council, UK Government has issued the following news release: Ashford Borough Council is delighted to announce that it has secured PS50,000 of UK Shared Prosperity Funding (UKSPF) [...]

Published
2023

12. 'Food stamp project a band-aid solution to hunger and poverty'

Subjects
Local food -- Economic aspects, Poverty -- Economic aspects, Hunger -- Economic aspects, Food supply -- Economic aspects, Business, international
Abstract

Rather than implementing the proposed food stamp program, the Marcos administration should strengthen local food supply production in the form of livelihood subsidies to Filipino farmers and fishermen alike. This [...]

Published
2023

13. 'High inflation poses threat to full recovery'

Subjects
Local food -- Economic aspects, Inflation (Finance) -- Economic aspects, Economic forecasting -- Economic aspects, Business, international
Abstract

DESPITE the recent slowdown in inflation, the National Economic and Development Authority (Neda) still believed high commodity prices still pose a threat to the country's socioeconomic recovery from Covid-19. In [...]

Published
2023

14. Ambitious plans for Northumberland holiday park that could create dozens of jobs and boost economy; More than 50 jobs are expected to be created by Honeysuckle Country Park and Visitor Centre near Widdrington

Subjects
Local food -- Economic aspects, Parks -- United Kingdom, Job creation -- Economic aspects, General interest, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

Byline: By, Kali Lindsay Ambitious plans for a new country park and visitor centre in Northumberland have been revealed. Honeysuckle Country Park and Visitor Centre, near Widdrington, would include 105 [...]

Published
2023

15. 105-YEAR-OLD FONDY FARMERS MARKET INCREASES ACCESS TO HEALTHY, LOCAL FOOD AND ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY IN GREATER MILWAUKEE AREA

Subjects
United States. Department of Agriculture, Local food -- Economic aspects, Produce industry -- Economic aspects, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

WASHINGTON -- The following information was released by the U.S. Department of Agriculture: Posted by Penny Weaver, Acting Midwest Public Affairs Director, Food and Nutrition Service with guest author Stephen [...]

Published
2023

17. Philippines : PBBM approves interagency committee to combat inflation

Subjects
Local food -- Economic aspects, Inflation (Finance) -- Economic aspects, Security management -- Economic aspects, Business, international
Abstract

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has approved the creation of a high-level inter-agency advisory body to mitigate inflation and ensure food and energy security, according to National Economic and Development [...]

Published
2023

18. GOVERNOR HOCHUL ANNOUNCES INITIATIVES TO PROVIDE ECONOMIC BOOST TO FARMERS AND STRENGTHEN NEW YORK'S FOOD SUPPLY CHAIN

Subjects
Local food -- Economic aspects, Governors -- Economic aspects, Education grants -- Economic aspects, Farms -- Economic aspects, Food supply -- Economic aspects, Farm produce -- Economic aspects, Farmers -- Economic aspects, Logistics -- Economic aspects, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

ALBANY, NY -- The following information was released by the New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets: Proposal Will Increase Food System Resiliency, Encourage Investments to Modernize Farms, and [...]

Published
2023

19. More than 70 restaurants sign up so far as Teesside Restaurant Week gears up for new direction; The intiative has been designed to delight diners -and support Teesside's local food and supplier economy

Subjects
Local food -- Economic aspects, Restaurants -- Economic aspects, General interest, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

Byline: By, Joanne Welford More than 70 restaurants across Teesside and North Yorkshire have so far signed up to take part in the next Teesside Restaurant Week in the few [...]

Published
2022

20. Outlook for 2021-22: Inflation

Subjects
Local food -- Economic aspects, Natural disasters -- Madagascar, Travel restrictions -- Economic aspects, Inflation (Finance) -- Madagascar, Supermarkets -- Economic aspects, Climatic changes -- Economic aspects, Economic growth -- Economic aspects, Regional focus/area studies
Abstract

We expect the average rate of inflation to increase in 2021, rising to 6.7% from an estimated 4.2% in 2020. Given that the rebound in economic growth in 2021 will [...]

Published
2021

21. New community hub in rural Gateshead tackles poverty and food waste amid the cost of living crisis; 'The Bank' in Chopwell is bringing members of the community together -and providing affordable locally produced food

Subjects
Cost and standard of living -- Economic aspects, Local food -- Economic aspects, Poverty -- Economic aspects, Banks (Finance) -- Economic aspects, General interest, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

Byline: By, Katie Anderson A community hub is opening in rural Gateshead with the joint aim of tackling poverty and food waste. 'The Bank' in Chopwell is powered by a [...]

Published
2022

22. COVID-19's impact on Arkansas economy

Subjects
Pork -- Economic aspects, Local food -- Economic aspects, Commodity futures -- Economic aspects, Business logistics, Rural areas, Agricultural industry
Abstract

Byline: Mary Hightower Arkansas agriculture and the state's rural areas may face the potential for significant disruption in supply chain, labor and government services due to the effects of the [...]

Published
2020

23. COVID-19's impact on Arkansas economy

Subjects
Pork -- Economic aspects, Local food -- Economic aspects, Commodity futures -- Economic aspects, Business logistics, Rural areas, Agricultural industry
Abstract

Byline: Mary Hightower Arkansas agriculture and the state's rural areas may face the potential for significant disruption in supply chain, labor and government services due to the effects of the [...]

Published
2020

24. COVID-19's impact on Arkansas economy

Subjects
Pork -- Economic aspects, Local food -- Economic aspects, Commodity futures -- Economic aspects, COVID-19 -- Economic aspects, Agricultural industry, Business, regional
Abstract

Byline: Mary Hightower Arkansas agriculture and the state's rural areas may face the potential for significant disruption in supply chain, labor and government services due to the effects of the [...]

Published
2020

25. COVID-19's impact on Arkansas economy

Subjects
Pork -- Economic aspects, Local food -- Economic aspects, Commodity futures -- Economic aspects, COVID-19 -- Economic aspects, Agricultural industry, Business, regional
Abstract

Byline: Mary Hightower Arkansas agriculture and the state's rural areas may face the potential for significant disruption in supply chain, labor and government services due to the effects of the [...]

Published
2020

26. COVID-19's impact on Arkansas economy

Subjects
Pork -- Economic aspects, Local food -- Economic aspects, Commodity futures -- Economic aspects, COVID-19 -- Economic aspects, Agricultural industry
Abstract

Byline: Mary Hightower Arkansas agriculture and the state's rural areas may face the potential for significant disruption in supply chain, labor and government services due to the effects of the [...]

Published
2020

27. COVID-19's impact on Arkansas economy

Subjects
Pork -- Economic aspects, Local food -- Economic aspects, Commodity futures -- Economic aspects, COVID-19 -- Economic aspects, Agricultural industry
Abstract

Byline: Mary Hightower Arkansas agriculture and the state's rural areas may face the potential for significant disruption in supply chain, labor and government services due to the effects of the [...]

Published
2020

28. Ghana: Let's Eat Our Own to Grow Economy - Drafriyie

Subjects
Local food -- Economic aspects, Economic growth -- Economic aspects, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

Byline: Abigail Arthur The Minister of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation (MESTI), Dr Kwaku Afriyie has called for 'food nationalism' by Ghanaians in order to resuscitate the country's economy. He [...]

Published
2022

29. The impacts of COVID-19 responses on the political economy of African food systems (COVID-19-AFS)

Subjects
Local food -- Economic aspects, Food supply -- Economic aspects, Business, international, University of the Western Cape
Abstract

PROJECT ID 109580 PROJECT STATUS Active DURATION 12 months IDRC OFFICER Annie Wesley TOTAL FUNDING CA$ 725,600.00 LOCATION Ghana South Africa Tanzania PROGRAMS Climate-Resilient Food Systems Climate-Resilient Food Systems Agriculture [...]

Published
2022

30. Iowa City food truck owners encounter difficulty amid inflation

Author

Murphy, Kate

Subjects
Local food -- Economic aspects, Inflation (Finance) -- Economic aspects, Mobile restaurants -- Economic aspects, News, opinion and commentary, Sports and fitness
Abstract

Byline: Kate Murphy Local food truck businesses are struggling to maintain a profit in Iowa City as gas, food, and prices of plastic continue to rise during the recession. Food [...]

Published
2022

31. HPC calls for more affordable, local food

Subjects
World Food Day -- Economic aspects, Local food -- Economic aspects, Food supply -- Economic aspects, Business, General interest, Business, regional
Abstract

Oct. 16AMMAN The Higher Population Council (HPC) on Saturday called for government policies to enhance the production of affordable food items, utilise local food production capabilities, improve the productivity and [...]

Published
2021

32. Food heritage and the construction of territory: home-grown products in Quebec

Author

Turgeon, Laurier

Subjects
Local food -- Economic aspects, Anthropology/archeology/folklore, Ethnic, cultural, racial issues/studies
Abstract

Introduction The market for home-grown products in Québec is evolving at a striking rate; it has been considered to be moving ahead at almost 10% annually for four or five [...]

Published
2014

33. Native American Recovery Fund seeking grant applications

Subjects
Local food -- Economic aspects, Native Americans -- Economic aspects, Company financing, General interest, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

The New Mexico Foundation has teamed up with local, regional and national partners to create the Native American Recovery Fund zone grant to support Native-driven recovery projects. The grant will [...]

Published
2021

34. BILL PROPOSES AID TO HELP BUILD MORE SUSTAINABLE LOCAL FOOD ECONOMY

Subjects
Local food -- Economic aspects, Sustainable agriculture -- Economic aspects, Economic development -- Economic aspects, Climatic changes -- Economic aspects, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

ST. PAUL, Minn. -- The following information was released by the Minnesota House of Representatives: By Margaret Stevens A local system of producing, preserving, cooking and consuming food based in [...]

Published
2022

35. Outlook for 2019-20: Inflation

Subjects
Inflation (Economics) -- Benin -- Economic aspects, Local food -- Economic aspects, Economic growth -- Economic aspects, Food, Food prices, Agricultural industry, Regional focus/area studies
Abstract

Inflation will remain modest although positive in 2019-20. Throughout the forecast period, relatively strong economic growth will push up demand-side inflationary pressures, although these will be partly offset by a [...]

Published
2019

36. Outlook for 2019-20: Inflation

Subjects
Inflation (Economics) -- Benin -- Economic aspects, Local food -- Economic aspects, Economic growth -- Economic aspects, Food, Food prices, Agricultural industry, Regional focus/area studies
Abstract

Inflation will remain modest although positive in 2019-20. Throughout the forecast period, relatively strong economic growth will push up demand-side inflationary pressures, although these will be partly offset by a [...]

Published
2019

37. Outlook for 2019-20: Inflation

Subjects
Local food -- Economic aspects, International trade -- Economic aspects, Economic growth -- Economic aspects, Inflation (Economics) -- Benin -- Economic aspects, Food prices, Agricultural industry, Food, International trade, Regional focus/area studies
Abstract

Inflation will remain modest although positive in 2019-20. Throughout the forecast period, relatively strong economic growth will push up demand-side inflationary pressures, although these will be partly offset by a [...]

Published
2019

38. Restaurant closures ripple throughout the local economy

Subjects
Local food -- Economic aspects, Epidemics -- Maine, Restaurants -- Economic aspects, Business, General interest, Business, regional
Abstract

Byline: Peter McGuire Apr. 27This is the third of five parts in our series on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Portland's restaurants. Closing the doors of Vinland on [...]

Published
2021

39. CT Grown promotes healthy and local foods on any budget

Subjects
United States. Department of Agriculture, Local food -- Economic aspects, Meat industry -- Economic aspects, Meat -- Economic aspects, Business, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

Grocery prices may be on the rise, but local farmers' markets offer programs to curb the costs of healthy and fresh foods. HARTFORD, Conn., Dec. 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- As [...]

Published
2021

40. United States : Current:U.S. Department of Commerce Invests $1.1 Million in CARES Act Recovery Assistance to Develop Local Food Supply Chains and Diversify the Regional Economy in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Subjects
United States. Department of Commerce, Local food -- Economic aspects, Economic development -- Pennsylvania, Food supply -- Economic aspects, Logistics -- Economic aspects, Economic forecasting -- Economic aspects, Business, international
Abstract

U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina M. Raimondo announced that the Departments Economic Development Administration (EDA) is awarding a $1.1 million CARES Act Recovery Assistance grant to the Board of Control [...]

Published
2021

41. United States : U.S. EPA Supports New Bedford, Mass. Efforts to Enhance Local Food Economy

Subjects
United States. Department of Agriculture, United States. Environmental Protection Agency, Local food -- Economic aspects, Community gardens -- Economic aspects, Business, international
Abstract

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in partnership with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced that New Bedford, Mass. is one of 13 communities selected nationally to participate [...]

Published
2021

42. Following an 8X growth during the pandemic, Metrobi secures funding to empower local food and beverage makers in the post-lockdown economy

Subjects
Local food -- Economic aspects, Beverages -- Economic aspects, Wholesale industry -- Economic aspects -- Finance, Grocery industry -- Economic aspects -- Finance, Food industry -- Finance -- Economic aspects, Company financing, Food and beverage production/distribution software, Wholesale dealer/distributor, Banking, finance and accounting industries
Abstract

(PRWeb) - Metrobi provides the leading technology-powered delivery network for local wholesale: delivery of bulk products from local food & beverage makers to grocery stores, restaurants, and cafes. Metrobi enables [...]

Published
2021

43. Following an 8X growth during the pandemic, Metrobi secures funding to empower local food and beverage makers in the post-lockdown economy

Subjects
Local food -- Economic aspects, Beverages -- Economic aspects, Wholesale industry -- Economic aspects -- Finance, Grocery industry -- Economic aspects -- Finance, Food industry -- Finance -- Economic aspects, Company financing, Food and beverage production/distribution software, Wholesale dealer/distributor, Business, international, Law
Abstract

(PRWeb) - Metrobi provides the leading technology-powered delivery network for local wholesale: delivery of bulk products from local food & beverage makers to grocery stores, restaurants, and cafes. Metrobi enables [...]

Published
2021

44. Following an 8X growth during the pandemic, Metrobi secures funding to empower local food and beverage makers in the post-lockdown economy

Subjects
Local food -- Economic aspects, Beverages -- Economic aspects, Grocery industry -- Economic aspects -- Finance, Food industry -- Finance -- Economic aspects, Company financing, Food and beverage production/distribution software, Business, general
Abstract

BOSTON (PRWEB) August 05, 2021 Metrobi provides the leading technology-powered delivery network for local wholesale: delivery of bulk products from local food & beverage makers to grocery stores, restaurants, and [...]

Published
2021

45. Following an 8X growth during the pandemic, Metrobi secures funding to empower local food and beverage makers in the post-lockdown economy

Subjects
Local food -- Economic aspects, Beverages -- Economic aspects, Grocery industry -- Economic aspects -- Finance, Food industry -- Finance -- Economic aspects, Company financing, Food and beverage production/distribution software, Business, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

Metrobi.com, a tech-powered fulfillment solution for local food and beverage wholesale, announced their Seed round led by 212 with additional institutional funding from Techstars. Previous investors include Walnut Ventures, TBD [...]

Published
2021

46. Linking small farms to rural communities with local food: a case study of the local food project in Fairbury, Illinois

Author

Hultine, S.A., Cooperband, L.R., Curry, M.P., and Gasteyer, S.

Subjects
Sparsely populated areas -- Economic aspects, Sparsely populated areas -- Social aspects, Sustainable agriculture -- Research, Local food -- Economic aspects, Local food -- Demographic aspects, Government, Sociology and social work
Abstract

The literature on sustainability and local food systems often takes for granted a positive impact on rural communities. This paper attempts to interrogate this notion through a systematic evaluation of [...]

Published
2007

47. Namibia: Local Produce-Shy Omas Cost the Economy

Subjects
Local food -- Economic aspects, Economic conditions -- Economic aspects, Vegetables -- Economic aspects, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

Byline: Nghinomenwa Erastus NGHIINOMENWA ERASTUS GOVERNMENT offices, ministries, and agencies (OMAs) have only sourced 5% of their fruit and vegetable requirements from local hubs, denying the local agricultural sector the [...]

Published
2021

48. Cut cost, not quality how to afford better food: there's growing evidence that industrial food just ain't what it oughta be. Lucky for us, the path to super-nutritious food at affordable prices offers many entry points. We'll pilot you through the diverse options in this guide to shopping smart and eating well

Author

Alterman, Tabitha

Subjects
Local food -- Economic aspects, Personal income -- Management -- Social aspects, Community supported agriculture -- Methods -- Management, Company business management, Environmental issues, Home and garden
Abstract

Buy In Season WHY? Like most goods and services, foods cost less when they're abundant. Eat foods during their peak season for scaled-down price plus amped-up quality. Foods that get [...]

Published
2011

50. Pelwatte Dairy hails budget; appreciates govt proposals to develop dairy Industry

Subjects
Local food -- Economic aspects, Dairy products industry -- International economic relations -- Finance, Economic growth -- Economic aspects, Company financing, Business
Abstract

Byline: LBO Pelwatte Dairy Industries, the local dairy giant consents to the budget 2021 tabled recently, it expressed its appreciation towards the measures proposed to uplift the dairy industry and [...]

Published
2020

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