Going green, growing green -- Understanding the green economy -- The taste of place -- Creating just sustainability -- Who participates in the green economy? -- Greening growth -- Farmers markets, race, and the green economy -- Epilogue. Reading, writing, relationship
Summary
Farmers markets are much more than places to buy produce. According to advocates for sustainable food systems, they are also places to ""vote with your fork"" for environmental protection, vibrant communities, and strong local economies. Farmers markets have become essential to the movement for food-system reform and are a shining example of a growing green economy where consumers can shop their way to social change. Black, White, and Green brings new energy to this topic by exploring dimensions of race and class as they relate to farmers markets and the green economy. With a focus on two Bay
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Includes bibliographical references (pages 179-198) and index
