Personal Farmer APP
Personal Farmer Cologne aims to transform the food landscape by directly connecting urban residents with local agricultural producers within a 20-kilometer radius. The app facilitates access to fresh, seasonal produce, such as lettuce, tomatoes, and a variety of vegetables, while promoting short circuit supply chains and fair trade practices. By fostering these direct relationships, the platform addresses the challenges of unsustainable food systems that rely on lengthy, industrial supply chains, which often result in high carbon emissions and compromised food quality. The focus on Alternative Food Networks (AFN) encourages residents to prioritize locally sourced food, helping them make sustainable choices while supporting small-scale farmers. The app will be promoted through partnerships with local farmers' markets and sustainable living initiatives, resonating with Cologne’s strong community commitment to sustainability.
By supporting local agriculture and minimizing food miles, Personal Farmer increases Cologne's self-sufficiency and reduces its carbon footprint. The app enhances access to fresh, local produce while promoting eco-friendly consumption practices.
Personal Farmer empowers residents to make sustainable food choices by fostering direct relationships with local farmers and encouraging participation in community-supported agriculture initiatives.
The app helps build stronger local food networks that can provide future generations with long-term access to ethical, eco-friendly food, supporting sustainable agriculture and reducing dependence on industrial supply chains.
Personal Farmer leverages geo-location to map nearby producers and uses data analytics to recommend produce based on user preferences. It integrates digital payment options and delivery services to streamline local food purchases and enhance user convenience.
The Personal Farmer concept is easily scalable and can be adapted to other cities or rural regions interested in strengthening local food networks.
The app requires partnerships with local farmers, food cooperatives, and logistics providers. The city of Cologne can facilitate these connections and provide technical expertise to ensure successful implementation and user engagement.
Bearbeitungshistorie
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11.12.2024 - 07:04
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Neuer Antrag
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22.11.2024 - 08:03
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Priorisierter Antrag
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30.09.2024 - 23:43
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Neuer Antrag