Community supporting agriculture – agriculture building community
Out of the Box Solutions is about community supporting agriculture and agriculture supporting community. We know that the food distribution industry has become increasing popular in the Covid-19 outbreak through the food distribution boxes. This webinar explores the journeys of two inspiring and motivating women who have created solutions to support local small-scale producers and consumers looking for fresh, locally grown, fair food through establishing food distribution networks. Topics include:- What was the catalyst that inspired the change to start these initiatives?
- What financial support can groups access to support these ventures?
- What are the challenges, barriers and enablers to establishing these models?
- What has the impact been on the community?
- What is a multistakeholder co-operative?
- What skills and knowledge is needed to start community food opportunities?