The economic challenges of being an urban food producer

Hello,

I am currently doing some research into the economic challenges of producing food in urban Vancouver, and more importantly, how some of those challenges can be overcome. I am an economist, not a food producer (except for the tiny garden growing just outside my window), so I could really use the input of the food producers in this forum.

I am convinced that a local food economy that pays producers a living wage is not only possible, but also a necessary precondition for any meaningful Transition.

I am grateful for any comments you can add to this discussion about the challenges you face, or even better, why not take a moment to complete this short, 10-question survey (mostly multiple choice!)? It will really help to flesh out these issues and contribute to practical solutions!

Thanks,

Jordan Bober

Village Vancouver Local Economy and Local Currency Groups