The Localization of Food Systems — An Emerging Issue for Swedish Municipal Authorities

Madeleine Granvik

International Planning Studies, 2012, vol. 17, issue 2, 113-124

Abstract: This paper discusses planning from a localization perspective in relation to food production and consumption in Swedish local authorities. A national interview study was conducted where 75% (218) of Swedish municipalities participated. Four issues relating to locally produced food provided the focus of the study, namely, policy, procurement procedures, communication efforts directed at producers and logistics. Local-level planning documents such as comprehensive plans, climate strategies and programmes for sustainable development were studied to explore the extent to which issues of local food were included as a factor in municipal planning.

Date: 2012
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DOI: 10.1080/13563475.2012.672796

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