Do entrepreneurial food systems innovations impact rural economies and health? Evidence and gaps.

Marilyn Sitaker, Jane Kolodinsky, Stephanie Jilcott Pitts, Rebecca A. Seguin‐Fowler · 2014 · PubMed

Summary. Local food system innovations—farmers' markets, community supported agriculture, farm-to-institution programs, and food hubs—aim to strengthen rural economies and improve food access and health. The authors review evidence on whether these entrepreneurial models help producers earn viable incomes, boost local economies, increase affordable healthy food access, and improve dietary outcomes. While some evidence supports each benefit, significant research gaps remain about their actual economic and public health impacts.

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Sitaker, M., Kolodinsky, J., Pitts, S. J., & Seguin‐Fowler, R. A.. (2014). Do entrepreneurial food systems innovations impact rural economies and health? Evidence and gaps. PubMed. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26613066

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Countries: United States
Regions: North America
Categories: food-systems, entrepreneurship, rural-healthcare
Added: 2026-04-28