What is a Food Mile?

Why Do Food Miles Matter?

1. Environmental Impact: Long-distance transportation increases carbon emissions, contributing to climate change.
2. Freshness & Quality: Locally sourced food tends to be fresher and more nutrient-rich than produce that has traveled thousands of miles.
3. Cost Efficiency: Reducing food miles can lower transportation and storage costs, making fresh produce more affordable.
4. Support for Local Farmers: Buying locally grown food helps sustain community-based agriculture, keeping money within local economies.

How Does CGS Reduce Food Miles?

The Community Grocery Store (CGS) platform is designed to minimize food miles by:

• Connecting consumers directly with local growers, reducing the need for long supply chains.
• Encouraging community-based trade, allowing people to buy produce grown within their region.
• Promoting efficient delivery solutions, such as bike couriers, electric vehicles, or local pick-up points.
• Providing supply and demand insights to help growers plan production closer to consumer needs, reducing waste and unnecessary transportation.

The CGS Vision for Sustainable Food Systems

By reducing food miles, CGS helps lower carbon emissions, improve food freshness, and support a sustainable, decentralized food economy. Every purchase made through CGS contributes to a greener, more efficient, and community-driven supply chain.