Local Food Supply Chain Dynamics and Resilience during COVID-19

Dawn Thilmany; Elizabeth Canales; Sarah A. Low; Kathryn Boys

doi:10.1002/aepp.13121

Local Food Supply Chain Dynamics and Resilience during COVID-19

Dawn Thilmany, Elizabeth Canales, Sarah A. Low, Kathryn Boys

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Abstract

Local and regional food systems (LRFS) innovated during COVID-19 to respond to market demand and policy changes. Given their unique characteristics, we identify drivers that explain why local responses to COVID-19 vary when compared with the national dialogue on food supply chain disruptions. We suggest LFRS enterprises are nimble and connected to supply chain partners, allowing them to innovate quickly with a targeted approach. Considering the shorter supply chains and smaller operations typical of LRFS, we assert the current regulatory environment's fairness and relevance may be scrutinized. In conclusion, we articulate an updated research and technical assistance agenda for LRFS.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	86-104
Number of pages	19
Journal	Applied Economic Perspectives and Policy
Volume	43
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1002/aepp.13121
State	Published - Mar 2021

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Keywords

COVID-19
Food policy
Q13
Q18
R12
direct-to-consumer markets
e-commerce
local and regional food systems

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