Community planning is starting to include a broader food systems focus; spanning topics such as nutrition and health outcomes; sustainable farming practices; economic and social implications of local food production; distribution; and consumption. Together; these issues are a driving force for the passions of those seeking positive change in their communities through healthy food. The purpose of this book is to explore how and where local food and farms; as part of a local or regional food system; can positively impact both economic development and overall well-being of communities. Across North America; there are good examples of the ways in which innovative local food systems provide opportunities for: increasing job growth and entrepreneurship; retaining local farmers on their land while nourishing their community; and providing communities places to congregate; bond; and become closer-knit. Six such examples are highlighted; each illustrating a novel model offering unique contributions to community economic health and well-being. These important cases offer practitioners; advocates; academics; and students insight into how applications can be built or studied in their own communities.
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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful. Ancient tools made approachableBy Stasia BlissI loved this book! I am familiar with Yantras and even work with some myself. but this took the experience to a whole new level. I am very impressed with the authors background and ability to integrate her experiences and knowledge and make something so usable in todays world. Thank you! I immediately started working on the first Yantra the day I got the book (after reading through - its a pretty quick read). I had a true healing experience doing the work and I cant stop... I am on the Yantra making bandwagon. these are truely addictive!Normally Yantras seem a bit out of reach to the average person with their association with particular dieties. etc. But this book is practical - making yantras for qualities like - Intellect. Nourishment and Passion - things you want to integrate more fully into your life. She has also given very modern translations to mantras that really allow them to resonate in todays world.Thank you!!1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Great for helping creating mindfulness in outpatient therapyBy AnnaI bought this to use with patients when teaching mindfulness to people without previous meditation experience. The designs are soothing and non-intimidating to those who are not artistic. A great tool for your practice.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. I love this playful meditationBy Erin Michell LuhksI am loving my yantras. Sarahs instruction is really intuitive and just the right amount of information to get you going on the practice. I love this playful meditation. and I love this book.
