Explores the concept that all community members may participate in localizing their agriculture systems by making conscious, informed decisions to buy agriculture products from local sources, or not; advancing local agriculture as a way to reclaim responsibility and accountability for health, community well-being, economic stability, and ecological sustainability; and, providing resources for local agriculture to be acculturated and embedded within the community
White paper-Sustainable Community Planning - TRACT ConsultingTRACT Consulting
This document discusses sustainable planning for municipalities in Newfoundland and Labrador. It argues that sustainable planning is needed to manage future change in a comprehensive, integrated, and inclusive manner by balancing environmental, economic, social, and cultural considerations. The document outlines how sustainable planning can help communities use resources wisely, preserve valued areas, make efficient use of developable land, and enhance quality of life. It emphasizes the importance of involving local residents and having an inventory of the local land base to inform planning decisions.
The document discusses visions for sustainable cities of the future. It addresses how cities will develop infrastructure and incentives to influence sustainable consumer behavior and lifestyles. The vision is to meet individual needs through sustainable options while addressing global challenges like limited resources. Cities will need to support innovative projects and business models in areas like mobility, housing, food and technology to transition to collaborative consumption models and more sustainable transportation.
THE AUDIO FOR THIS SHOW STARTS ON THE 2nd SLIDE.
This is a presentation by the owners of littleGrasse Foodworks in Canton, NY. It discusses the merits of re-thinking the residential zoning allowances in the town.
This document summarizes India's water policies and issues related to sustainable development. It discusses key topics like water in cities, irrigation, industrial water demand, rainwater harvesting, transforming water utilities, public-private partnerships, recycling and reuse, and sector reforms. Some of the main challenges outlined are floods and droughts, water quality issues, groundwater depletion, lack of private sector participation, and pollution. Strategies proposed to address these include improving irrigation techniques, increasing rainwater harvesting, reforming water utilities, attracting private capital to irrigation, and increasing recycling and reuse of water.
A look at the rebuilding process in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina, and the lessons learned. Important considerations in rebuilding include plans for housing, economic development, neighborhood renewal, health and education, and enhanced public institutions and organizations. It's important to focus on creating a strategic framework for restoring communities, not just buildings. Focus in particular on young adults -- 18-24 -- because they are the future of the community.
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 5 researched current practices on vacant lot greening as a resource to communities on issues of stormwater management, construction specifications, job training, property maintenance and funding.
White paper-Sustainable Community Planning - TRACT ConsultingTRACT Consulting
This document discusses sustainable planning for municipalities in Newfoundland and Labrador. It argues that sustainable planning is needed to manage future change in a comprehensive, integrated, and inclusive manner by balancing environmental, economic, social, and cultural considerations. The document outlines how sustainable planning can help communities use resources wisely, preserve valued areas, make efficient use of developable land, and enhance quality of life. It emphasizes the importance of involving local residents and having an inventory of the local land base to inform planning decisions.
The document discusses visions for sustainable cities of the future. It addresses how cities will develop infrastructure and incentives to influence sustainable consumer behavior and lifestyles. The vision is to meet individual needs through sustainable options while addressing global challenges like limited resources. Cities will need to support innovative projects and business models in areas like mobility, housing, food and technology to transition to collaborative consumption models and more sustainable transportation.
THE AUDIO FOR THIS SHOW STARTS ON THE 2nd SLIDE.
This is a presentation by the owners of littleGrasse Foodworks in Canton, NY. It discusses the merits of re-thinking the residential zoning allowances in the town.
This document summarizes India's water policies and issues related to sustainable development. It discusses key topics like water in cities, irrigation, industrial water demand, rainwater harvesting, transforming water utilities, public-private partnerships, recycling and reuse, and sector reforms. Some of the main challenges outlined are floods and droughts, water quality issues, groundwater depletion, lack of private sector participation, and pollution. Strategies proposed to address these include improving irrigation techniques, increasing rainwater harvesting, reforming water utilities, attracting private capital to irrigation, and increasing recycling and reuse of water.
A look at the rebuilding process in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina, and the lessons learned. Important considerations in rebuilding include plans for housing, economic development, neighborhood renewal, health and education, and enhanced public institutions and organizations. It's important to focus on creating a strategic framework for restoring communities, not just buildings. Focus in particular on young adults -- 18-24 -- because they are the future of the community.
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 5 researched current practices on vacant lot greening as a resource to communities on issues of stormwater management, construction specifications, job training, property maintenance and funding.
Water, Land and Ecosystems - A Natural Resources Management CGIAR Research Pr...Global Water Partnership
This document proposes a new CGIAR Research Program (CRP5) to address global challenges related to water scarcity, land degradation, and loss of ecosystem services. The goal is to sustainably improve livelihoods, reduce poverty, and ensure food security through research-based solutions to these natural resource management issues. It will focus on problems related to irrigation, rainfed agriculture, pastoral lands, groundwater, and resource recovery. The program will work across scales from field to basin levels, and partner with universities, research institutions, implementation organizations, investors, and farmers to achieve impact and improve the livelihoods of hundreds of millions of people over 20 years. It requests a combined budget of $78 million from CGIAR centers and
EXTENSION AGENTS AND STAFF BOLSTER A WITHERING LANDSCAPE INDUSTRY DURING AN E...nacaa
Hurt, R. T.( *1 ), Braman, G. R.( 2 )
1 Training Coordinator, Center for Urban Agriculture, University of Georgia, 1109 Experiment St. Griffin, GA 30223
2 Application Programmer, Center for Urban Agriculture, University of Georgia, 1109 Experiment St. Griffin, GA 30223
Digital Green is an organization that uses video to improve agricultural extension in India. Over 600 million people depend on agriculture in India but small landholders earn less than $2 per day. Traditional extension methods are not scalable enough. Digital Green produces instructional videos with local farmers and distributes them through community screenings with a local mediator. Early results found Digital Green was over 10 times more cost-effective per adoption than traditional extension. The system is being expanded through a structured process and analytics platform to improve operations over time.
Presentation made by the Ministry of Social Development and Fight against Hunger, during International Seminar on Social Policies held on 27-30 August 2012 in Brasilia.
People's growing interest in fresh, locally produced food has increased demand for urban agriculture, community gardens, and farmers' markets. However, many zoning codes pose barriers by strictly separating land uses. This white paper examines how three jurisdictions incorporate food uses into their zoning codes, including definitions, allowed districts, and development standards. Recommendations are provided for Orange County's codes to better facilitate food production and access.
Food Sharing Resource List 2 - Our Community Outreach - Portland, OregonFayme4q
This document provides a list of local community resources in the Portland, Oregon area that could support community-building projects related to food sharing. It lists over 30 organizations alphabetically, with each organization's name, brief description, and contact information. The list covers a wide range of food and agriculture non-profits, cooperatives, programs and initiatives focused on issues like local and sustainable food systems, food access, community gardens, education, and more. It is provided as a reference for individuals and groups interested in connecting with these local food resources.
Developing Local Networks To Tackle Food PovertyFayme4q
The document summarizes five seminars organized by the Food Poverty Network between January and May 1999 to tackle food poverty through local networking. The seminars aimed to promote networking between community food projects, support existing projects, and highlight a new toolkit. They successfully increased national awareness of food poverty issues and strengthened local partnerships. Key recommendations include further linking local initiatives to national policy, developing partnerships, and evaluating projects for sustainability.
The document discusses building a community of social entrepreneurs in Merced County, California. It outlines key terms like community, local resources, and sustainability. It then discusses enabling local communities through connecting needs and resources, and providing tools and platforms for social entrepreneurs. The goal is for community members to work together on projects that meet basic needs and create a self-sustaining system through collective responsibility and portfolio management of resources.
The document proposes that establishing sustainable local economies can help address global problems by building local self-sufficiency through reinvesting in communities. It presents a model of interdependent systems that are necessary for sustainable local economies, including areas like education, healthcare, renewable energy, and local currency. The document suggests that rules and metrics are needed to help sustainable local economies complement globalization while retaining capital and meeting community needs.
Los procedimientos concursales iniciados por acreedores se tramitan en reserva hasta la publicación del aviso de la situación de concurso del deudor en el diario oficial. La autoridad concursal puede declarar en reserva información que constituya un secreto comercial o financiera a solicitud del deudor. A pesar de la reserva, se pueden publicar edictos cuando se desconoce el domicilio del deudor, manteniendo la información presentada en reserva.
The document discusses strategies for building sustainable local economies. It argues that choosing locally-sourced options for food, energy, manufacturing and currency can provide security, safety, health and affordability for communities while stimulating the local economy. Specific strategies proposed include developing local food systems to source 20% of daily calories from the neighborhood, extending seasons through processing to access food year-round, and creating jobs through reuse of vacant properties for urban food production. Overall, participating in the local economy through values-aligned business, policies and community engagement is posited to benefit individuals and communities.
Fd Unlimited Finance For Non Finance Directors Fbt Live 20100908 Linked Infdu group
This document provides an overview of key financial concepts for non-finance directors, including the basics of balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and cash flow statements. It also discusses financial reporting, taxes, forecasting best practices and common mistakes to avoid. The document recommends hiring a part-time finance director to help with financial modeling, management accounts, budgeting, and cash flow forecasting.
Offers key questions to prompt the audience to consider what is a local economy; how to participate in one; characteristics of a business model and business ecosystem in a local economy; how resources flow in a business ecosystem; and, how to implement a local economy.
El decreto de urgencia emitido por el Ejecutivo establece que los cambios en la ley concursal se aplicarán a todos los procesos en trámite. Esto significa que los acreedores no vinculados podrían solicitar una nueva reunión de la junta de acreedores para modificar decisiones tomadas anteriormente, como acuerdos de reestructuración o planes de liquidación. El decreto busca evitar que acreedores vinculados a la empresa deudora abusen de su posición en la junta, aunque INDECOPI debe interpretar estrictamente el
Water, Land and Ecosystems - A Natural Resources Management CGIAR Research Pr...Global Water Partnership
This document proposes a new CGIAR Research Program (CRP5) to address global challenges related to water scarcity, land degradation, and loss of ecosystem services. The goal is to sustainably improve livelihoods, reduce poverty, and ensure food security through research-based solutions to these natural resource management issues. It will focus on problems related to irrigation, rainfed agriculture, pastoral lands, groundwater, and resource recovery. The program will work across scales from field to basin levels, and partner with universities, research institutions, implementation organizations, investors, and farmers to achieve impact and improve the livelihoods of hundreds of millions of people over 20 years. It requests a combined budget of $78 million from CGIAR centers and
EXTENSION AGENTS AND STAFF BOLSTER A WITHERING LANDSCAPE INDUSTRY DURING AN E...nacaa
Hurt, R. T.( *1 ), Braman, G. R.( 2 )
1 Training Coordinator, Center for Urban Agriculture, University of Georgia, 1109 Experiment St. Griffin, GA 30223
2 Application Programmer, Center for Urban Agriculture, University of Georgia, 1109 Experiment St. Griffin, GA 30223
Digital Green is an organization that uses video to improve agricultural extension in India. Over 600 million people depend on agriculture in India but small landholders earn less than $2 per day. Traditional extension methods are not scalable enough. Digital Green produces instructional videos with local farmers and distributes them through community screenings with a local mediator. Early results found Digital Green was over 10 times more cost-effective per adoption than traditional extension. The system is being expanded through a structured process and analytics platform to improve operations over time.
Presentation made by the Ministry of Social Development and Fight against Hunger, during International Seminar on Social Policies held on 27-30 August 2012 in Brasilia.
People's growing interest in fresh, locally produced food has increased demand for urban agriculture, community gardens, and farmers' markets. However, many zoning codes pose barriers by strictly separating land uses. This white paper examines how three jurisdictions incorporate food uses into their zoning codes, including definitions, allowed districts, and development standards. Recommendations are provided for Orange County's codes to better facilitate food production and access.
Food Sharing Resource List 2 - Our Community Outreach - Portland, OregonFayme4q
This document provides a list of local community resources in the Portland, Oregon area that could support community-building projects related to food sharing. It lists over 30 organizations alphabetically, with each organization's name, brief description, and contact information. The list covers a wide range of food and agriculture non-profits, cooperatives, programs and initiatives focused on issues like local and sustainable food systems, food access, community gardens, education, and more. It is provided as a reference for individuals and groups interested in connecting with these local food resources.
Developing Local Networks To Tackle Food PovertyFayme4q
The document summarizes five seminars organized by the Food Poverty Network between January and May 1999 to tackle food poverty through local networking. The seminars aimed to promote networking between community food projects, support existing projects, and highlight a new toolkit. They successfully increased national awareness of food poverty issues and strengthened local partnerships. Key recommendations include further linking local initiatives to national policy, developing partnerships, and evaluating projects for sustainability.
The document discusses building a community of social entrepreneurs in Merced County, California. It outlines key terms like community, local resources, and sustainability. It then discusses enabling local communities through connecting needs and resources, and providing tools and platforms for social entrepreneurs. The goal is for community members to work together on projects that meet basic needs and create a self-sustaining system through collective responsibility and portfolio management of resources.
The document proposes that establishing sustainable local economies can help address global problems by building local self-sufficiency through reinvesting in communities. It presents a model of interdependent systems that are necessary for sustainable local economies, including areas like education, healthcare, renewable energy, and local currency. The document suggests that rules and metrics are needed to help sustainable local economies complement globalization while retaining capital and meeting community needs.
Los procedimientos concursales iniciados por acreedores se tramitan en reserva hasta la publicación del aviso de la situación de concurso del deudor en el diario oficial. La autoridad concursal puede declarar en reserva información que constituya un secreto comercial o financiera a solicitud del deudor. A pesar de la reserva, se pueden publicar edictos cuando se desconoce el domicilio del deudor, manteniendo la información presentada en reserva.
The document discusses strategies for building sustainable local economies. It argues that choosing locally-sourced options for food, energy, manufacturing and currency can provide security, safety, health and affordability for communities while stimulating the local economy. Specific strategies proposed include developing local food systems to source 20% of daily calories from the neighborhood, extending seasons through processing to access food year-round, and creating jobs through reuse of vacant properties for urban food production. Overall, participating in the local economy through values-aligned business, policies and community engagement is posited to benefit individuals and communities.
Fd Unlimited Finance For Non Finance Directors Fbt Live 20100908 Linked Infdu group
This document provides an overview of key financial concepts for non-finance directors, including the basics of balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and cash flow statements. It also discusses financial reporting, taxes, forecasting best practices and common mistakes to avoid. The document recommends hiring a part-time finance director to help with financial modeling, management accounts, budgeting, and cash flow forecasting.
Offers key questions to prompt the audience to consider what is a local economy; how to participate in one; characteristics of a business model and business ecosystem in a local economy; how resources flow in a business ecosystem; and, how to implement a local economy.
El decreto de urgencia emitido por el Ejecutivo establece que los cambios en la ley concursal se aplicarán a todos los procesos en trámite. Esto significa que los acreedores no vinculados podrían solicitar una nueva reunión de la junta de acreedores para modificar decisiones tomadas anteriormente, como acuerdos de reestructuración o planes de liquidación. El decreto busca evitar que acreedores vinculados a la empresa deudora abusen de su posición en la junta, aunque INDECOPI debe interpretar estrictamente el
The author has published 11 peer-reviewed journal and conference publications. Selected publications include the author's work on designing parasitic and process-variation aware nano-CMOS RF circuits, unified P4 fast optimization of a nano-CMOS VCO, and variability-aware optimization of nano-CMOS active pixel sensors using Monte Carlo experiments.
This document summarizes early observations of temporal change between 2006 and 2009 in megafauna communities at diffuse flow and chimney sites in the Lau Basin. At diffuse flow sites, the communities showed more change over time as activity levels increased or decreased, while chimney communities remained more stable. Two examples are given of diffuse flow sites that became less active and more active respectively. In contrast, the two chimney sites showed little difference over the four years despite some changes in chemical conditions, indicating slower faunal change. Further analysis is planned to better understand succession patterns.
This document discusses business models and resource flows in local economies. It examines how to achieve 100% participation in local economies through various levels of involvement like buying locally, believing in local economies, advocating for local businesses, and administering local economic rules. It also explores integrating production and people-centered approaches, utilizing local assets and resources, and measuring outputs and performance through appropriate metrics to develop sustainable business ecosystems within local economies.
This document outlines a framework for developing local business ecosystems and community investment portfolios. It proposes mapping local assets and consumption patterns, developing business cases that serve local needs within value chains, and leveraging multiple forms of capital to launch and scale ecosystem businesses. The goal is for communities to invest their time, skills, relationships and other resources to create local jobs, meet local needs, and improve quality of life without relying on outside money. Diagrams show how to overlay this framework on a sample community, map existing and potential business cases, and illustrate capital flows between ecosystem components.
"Proiectul Enciclopedia Romaniei" by Radu Trifan @ eLiberatica 2009eLiberatica
This is a presentation held at eLiberatica 2009.
http://www.eliberatica.ro/2009/
One of the biggest events of its kind in Eastern Europe, eLiberatica brings community leaders from around the world to discuss about the hottest topics in FLOSS movement, demonstrating the advantages of adopting, using and developing Open Source and Free Software solutions.
The eLiberatica organizational committee together with our speakers and guests, have graciously allowed media representatives and all attendees to photograph, videotape and otherwise record their sessions, on the condition that the photos, videos and recordings are licensed under the Creative Commons Share-Alike 3.0 License.
Provides a conceptual overview and strategic framework for business and economic growth in the agriculture and bioscience industry cluster in Northeast Ohio
A March 2009 final report given to the Illinois General Assembly by the Local and Organic Food and Farm Task Force opened with the following statement:
Illinois consumers spend $48 billion annually on food. Nearly all of this money leaves the state. To retain a larger share of Illinois food dollars, public, private, and civic sectors must work together to build a farm and food system that meets consumer demand for “local” food.
Video entry into the Hult Prize 2013 - This presentation highlights a plausible solution to the current global food crisis and proposes an innovative process of implementing this social enterprise idea.
This document summarizes challenges faced by rural grocers in Kansas and policies that could help address them. It identifies the top challenges as competing with big box stores, high energy costs, meeting minimum buying requirements, labor issues, securing community support, and finding the right ownership model. Best practices discussed for overcoming these challenges include grocery collaborations, food distribution centers, community engagement strategies, and models like co-ops and public-private partnerships. The document promotes a website with resources for rural grocers and advocates using public policy tools to create conditions where small grocers can thrive.
The document discusses attracting and engaging conscious travelers. It notes that conscious travelers want experiences that are local, authentic, quirky, personalized, immersive, slow to savor, and transformational. They also want opportunities to share their experiences and support responsible tourism providers who demonstrate they care about environmental and social issues. The document advocates for an alternative tourism model compared to mass industrialized tourism in order to be more sustainable over the long term.
Attracting, Engaging & Supporting the Conscious TravelerAnna Pollock
The document discusses attracting and engaging conscious travelers. It notes that conscious travelers want experiences that are local, authentic, quirky, personalized, immersive, slow to savor, and transformational. They also want opportunities to share their experiences and support responsible tourism providers who demonstrate they care about environmental and social issues. The document advocates for an alternative tourism model compared to mass industrialized tourism in order to be more sustainable over the long term.
Dr. Valerie Yeager provided guidance in developing this proposal and
ensured it met the requirements. Her expertise in community development and
sustainable strategies was invaluable.
Community Partners: The community members of Barguna district participated in
focus groups and shared their needs and challenges. Their active involvement was
crucial for designing appropriate interventions.
Funding Partners: UNDP, World Bank and local NGOs like BRAC, Shidhulai provided
financial and technical support. Their partnership will be important for
implementation.
We appreciate the support and collaboration of all stakeholders involved to improve
the living conditions of vulnerable communities in coastal Bangladesh.
Modular Ecological Design: A Fruit and Vegetable Polyculture SystemFaiga64c
This document summarizes research on a modular ecological design for a fruit and vegetable polyculture system. Key points include:
1) The goal was to determine an optimal layout that mimics natural systems and can be economically viable for small farmers, using principles of ecological pest management and biodiversity.
2) Preliminary results found that a raised bed configuration with a mixed row layout had fewer pests, highest yields, and best growth. High tunnels also had fewer pests and nicer fruit.
3) The system was estimated to become economically viable at $10 per foot of row once fully established, through applying ecological principles and selling directly to consumers.
This document summarizes an ecological land development firm that specializes in creating eco-agro communities built in harmony with nature. Their mission is to achieve a new standard of development that repairs and strengthens ecological, economic, and social systems. They develop communities with sustainable planning techniques that preserve natural systems, connect to local food, promote social interaction, construct smaller green homes, and develop in areas of existing infrastructure. Their holistic process engages stakeholders to understand the land and community values to create a shared vision. Their designs improve environmental health and foster enduring neighborhoods that maintain economic value.
This document discusses the benefits of buying local food. It defines local and sustainable food systems as those that emphasize proximity, efficiency, and seasonality in food production, distribution and consumption. Local systems address issues like food security, community self-reliance and environmental sustainability by strengthening relationships between food producers and consumers. They also keep more of the financial benefits of the food system within the local community. The document encourages supporting local farms and businesses by making conscious purchasing decisions and voices that buying local food can help build a stronger, more resilient local food system.
Hannah BEHRENDT "The bigger picture on drylands - using a natural capital acc...Global Risk Forum GRFDavos
1) Natural capital accounting (NCA) provides crucial information to manage natural resources by accounting for their contribution to the economy and livelihoods in a way that is missing from traditional GDP measures.
2) NCA, as laid out by the UN's System of Environmental-Economic Accounting (SEEA), brings together information on key aspects of the environment and natural resources to provide a "bigger picture" on their interaction with economic and social factors.
3) The World Bank's WAVES partnership is working to implement NCA in countries around the world and develop methodologies to measure more difficult to value natural capital like ecosystems, demonstrating how the data can support sustainable development decision-making.
South Lincoln county, Workshop Presentation (Feb 28, 2012)Travel Oregon
The document discusses scenario planning for tourism in South Lincoln County, Oregon. It explores using scenario planning to develop four plausible futures for the region based on key drivers and their impacts. The group then develops narratives around regional dimensions for each scenario, including social, economic and environmental characteristics from 2012 to 2030. Finally, the document outlines developing an action plan to promote tourism based on the scenario planning outcomes.
Catering to the Conscious Traveller - BuIlding Samoa Tourism TogetherAnna Pollock
The document summarizes a presentation on building conscious tourism in Samoa. It discusses the rise of conscious travelers who seek authentic, local, and immersive experiences. It analyzes Samoa's tourism situation, noting declining demand since 2008. Six areas for work are suggested: focusing on high yield visitors; collaboration across the tourism industry; acting responsibly environmentally; digital marketing; improving attractions and events; and service and training. The presentation provides recommendations like investing in culture/heritage attractions and using new media to attract conscious travelers.
Nutrition, Sustainable Livelihoods, and Extension: Linking Agriculture, Human...Global Livestock CRSP
Nutrition, Sustainable Livelihoods, and Extension: Linking Agriculture, Human Health, and Nutrition with ENAM. Presented by O. Sakyi-Dawson (University of Ghana) at the GL-CRSP End of Program Conference on June 17, 2009, Naivasha, Kenya.
The document discusses foundations for building resilient livelihoods through investing in soil, savings, and trees (SST). It argues that SST are the most accessible and foundational aspects for all people, even the poorest, to build resilience. Specifically, it advocates for (1) soil and water conservation practices to protect and restore soils, (2) savings groups for all households, and (3) regeneration of woody vegetation. The document also emphasizes the importance of local participation, knowledge, empowerment and institutions in development approaches.
Elizabeth Smith, ssociate National Program Director, Sustainable and Healthy Communities Research Program, US EPA was the keynote speaker at the Commission for Environmental Cooperation's Joint Public Advisory Committee meeting in December 2012 in Merida, Mexico.
The document defines key terms related to local agriculture systems and discusses how the USDA Specialty Crop Research Initiative uses a holistic framework to support local food systems. The framework focuses on diversifying specialty crop portfolios, integrating production and consumption within local areas, and developing self-sufficient local agriculture networks that improve community health and economic opportunities.
Similar to Achieving 100% Participation in Local Agriculture Systems (20)
The document outlines a 4 step process for putting a localization framework to work:
1. Establish portfolio management practices and market metrics.
2. Distribute business ideas and cases.
3. Identify opportunity spaces within the framework.
4. Target the opportunity space closest to consumption.
The document outlines a framework for localization with six sections: value-adding functions, non-value adding functions, data-driven services, general services, business ecosystem governance, and the complete localization framework integrating all sections. It diagrams material and data flows, value chains, and supporting services.
This proposal outlines a plan to address food insecurity among children in Youngstown, Ohio by designing, assembling, and delivering ready-to-eat meals using locally sourced ingredients. The proposal notes that 1/3 of children in Youngstown experience food insecurity and outlines an approach to convene community members to define nutritious and culturally appropriate meal options, test meal preparation and distribution, and identify local food sources and business opportunities to support a sustainable model. The goal is to fuel children while also building a local food system and enterprise infrastructure that can be replicated in other communities.
Here are the next steps to continue developing your local business ecosystem:
1. Further explore the resources available at LocalFoodSystems.org to learn more about business ecosystem models.
2. Use the online collaboration tools to form a working group of interested businesses and organizations.
3. Have each member develop a business case template to describe their business objectives and how they fit within the ecosystem.
4. Share the individual business cases within the group and identify potential clusters and supply chain connections between members.
5. Establish an governance structure, such as a cooperative, to coordinate the ecosystem and ensure benefits are shared.
6. Continue mapping the relationships and resources within the emerging business ecosystem to strengthen local economic activity.
The document discusses the development of business cases and ecosystems in 6 steps:
1. It promotes developing businesses that provide meaningful work, reasonable quality of life, and dignity for all.
2. It introduces a platform for anyone to present a business concept and have it supported.
3. It encourages collective responsibility among business owners to form efficient partnerships, manage community wealth, and serve community members.
4. This reduces economic leakage and increases the likelihood of community self-sufficiency and sustainability.
This document discusses measuring the direct benefits of local economies. It proposes that a local economy unites people and assets to build a community investment portfolio. This establishes a platform for local governance and sustainability by engaging citizens and allowing the utilization of assets, paid work, entrepreneurship, and community investment that can continue benefiting the community over time through civic engagement and liquidity of assets. Finally, it suggests that a local economy is everyone's responsibility to meet community needs and contribute to satisfying wants, with everyone benefiting.
This document summarizes steps for developing a sustainable business process in Northeast Ohio. It outlines developing maps of local product areas and assets. Models of business ecosystems centered on specific products will engage stakeholders. Information and tools will support ecosystem development and business cases. An educational curriculum using the ecosystem framework will provide learning opportunities. A community investment portfolio structure is designed to support the process. The overall goal is to establish sustainable business ideas and cases through collaborative leadership.
Spending more money locally on food sourced from within 100 miles of a community can have economic benefits. If residents of North and South Linden, Ohio spent an additional 2% of their food dollars on local food, it could create 36 new jobs paying $30,000 per year. This is because more money would be spent on local food production, processing, and labor within the community rather than leaving the area. A curriculum is being developed to train residents in local food system jobs like food production, processing, business planning, and year-round agriculture techniques.
Illustrates the role of IT in positioning any business it supports along a common-to-differentiated value continuum so that the business can participate more effectively in the market
Introduces a process to identify key factors contributing to localization, frame a way to track localization as it unfolds, and respond to localization trends with appropriate integrated solutions
HOW TO START UP A COMPANY A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE.pdf46adnanshahzad
How to Start Up a Company: A Step-by-Step Guide Starting a company is an exciting adventure that combines creativity, strategy, and hard work. It can seem overwhelming at first, but with the right guidance, anyone can transform a great idea into a successful business. Let's dive into how to start up a company, from the initial spark of an idea to securing funding and launching your startup.
Introduction
Have you ever dreamed of turning your innovative idea into a thriving business? Starting a company involves numerous steps and decisions, but don't worry—we're here to help. Whether you're exploring how to start a startup company or wondering how to start up a small business, this guide will walk you through the process, step by step.
How MJ Global Leads the Packaging Industry.pdfMJ Global
MJ Global's success in staying ahead of the curve in the packaging industry is a testament to its dedication to innovation, sustainability, and customer-centricity. By embracing technological advancements, leading in eco-friendly solutions, collaborating with industry leaders, and adapting to evolving consumer preferences, MJ Global continues to set new standards in the packaging sector.
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This presentation is a curated compilation of PowerPoint diagrams and templates designed to illustrate 20 different digital transformation frameworks and models. These frameworks are based on recent industry trends and best practices, ensuring that the content remains relevant and up-to-date.
Key highlights include Microsoft's Digital Transformation Framework, which focuses on driving innovation and efficiency, and McKinsey's Ten Guiding Principles, which provide strategic insights for successful digital transformation. Additionally, Forrester's framework emphasizes enhancing customer experiences and modernizing IT infrastructure, while IDC's MaturityScape helps assess and develop organizational digital maturity. MIT's framework explores cutting-edge strategies for achieving digital success.
These materials are perfect for enhancing your business or classroom presentations, offering visual aids to supplement your insights. Please note that while comprehensive, these slides are intended as supplementary resources and may not be complete for standalone instructional purposes.
Frameworks/Models included:
Microsoft’s Digital Transformation Framework
McKinsey’s Ten Guiding Principles of Digital Transformation
Forrester’s Digital Transformation Framework
IDC’s Digital Transformation MaturityScape
MIT’s Digital Transformation Framework
Gartner’s Digital Transformation Framework
Accenture’s Digital Strategy & Enterprise Frameworks
Deloitte’s Digital Industrial Transformation Framework
Capgemini’s Digital Transformation Framework
PwC’s Digital Transformation Framework
Cisco’s Digital Transformation Framework
Cognizant’s Digital Transformation Framework
DXC Technology’s Digital Transformation Framework
The BCG Strategy Palette
McKinsey’s Digital Transformation Framework
Digital Transformation Compass
Four Levels of Digital Maturity
Design Thinking Framework
Business Model Canvas
Customer Journey Map
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Part 2 Deep Dive: Navigating the 2024 Slowdownjeffkluth1
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2. USDA-Specialty Crop Research Initiative (SCRI)
• First phase: “Regional Partnerships for Innovation” section
– Project Period: 2 to 3 years
– Budget: Federal funds in the range of $1 million to $2 million per project
– Purpose: To form broad-based partnerships (universities, local governments, financial
stakeholders, end-user industries, manufacturers, community organizations, etc.) that
provide the local or regional infrastructure needed to fully exploit future technology
commercialization and adoption
– Description: “…there often remains a gap in organizational and networking resources
resulting in a lack of “support networks” that encourage regional economic development.”
• Only one awarded: $1.1M in matching funds = $2.2 M
• Started with the Ohio Local Food Systems Collaborative (OLFSC)
which evolved into http://localfoodsystems.org
• Our goal is widespread participation through multiple projects
in three states: OH, PA, and MI
• We are leveraging the network by engaging as many other
players as possible: IL, Mid-Atlantic, MN, IA…
3.
4. Ohio State Univ., Michigan State
Employment
Univ., Pennsylvania Association
Income for Sustainable Agriculture, John
Gross Metropolitan Product Deere, Ohio Dept. of Agriculture…
Productivity
Regional Networks & Leaders
Research
Education
USDA SCRI Project Pilot Projects
Social Network Facilitation
$2.2 million including match
Local Food Systems
Renewable Energy
Distributed Manufacturing
Local & Regional Economy
Global Economy
Business Growth & Attraction
5. What Constitutes “Local”?
• The least distance agricultural output travels
between the point of production and the
point of consumption
• Mileage is a useful construct to compare
alternative delivery pathways: local, regional,
global
• Meet local needs as much as possible, first,
then export surplus
6. Economic Growth Projections: 2008-2025
2x 2x
ly
esponsib “Opportunity Space”
Act R quences for Regional and Local
al to
Ind ividu nd Conse Economies
er o f the munity, a
The Pow Self, Com
rd
1x
towa 1x
s to Deliver
The Power of Busines
Price
Variety, Quality, and Global
Regional
Local
2010 2015 2020 2025
7. The Size of the “Local Ag” Pot Is Prompting
Players to Get in the Game
2x 2x What would be
the impact on
Regional and Local
Economies if half
of the money
spent per day per
person for food
was purchased
1x 1x from local /
regional sources?
$10 / person / day is spent for food in the U.S.
15% or $1.50 is spent for local / regional food
75% spent on globally-sourced food ($6.40) leaves
Global
the community / region and is not reinvested there
Regional
Local
2010 2015 2020 2025
8. Why Would the Global Economy Allow This?
• To grow, the global economy needs a steady flow of creativity
and innovation which requires investment and freedom for
participants to envision, consider alternatives, learn from
experience, and adapt to changing conditions
• People who are thirsty, hungry, sick, and without shelter aren’t
creative or innovative, they are dying and desperate and have
nothing to lose—and nothing to contribute
• Left unchecked, the global economy renders people dependent
on others to provide life’s essentials through agriculture—and
vulnerable to the second point
• Investment by the global economy to support local and regional
economies assures a sustainable platform upon which people
live, work, contribute, develop, and enjoy—and the first point!
9.
10. Characteristics of a Global Food System
Packaging Retail
Consumers
Producers
Hub
and
Spoke
Processing Preparation
11. Characteristics of a Local Food System
• Fresh / Ripe / Ready-to-Eat
• Tasty / Looks Appealing
• Healthy / Nutritious
• Organic / Chemical Free
• Short Travel Distances /
Packaging Retail
Reduced Carbon Footprint
• Traceability / Food Safety
Consumers
Producers
10 10 • Efficient Conversion
Miles Miles • Effective in Local Market
100 Miles • Easy to Find and Buy
• Convenient to Use
Preparatio • Comparable Value
Processing
n • Available Information
• Local Brand / Place Value
• Zero / Low Emissions
• ‘Prosumer’ Orientation
• Community Currencies
• Builds Community /
Instills a Sense of Place
12. What Is “Agriculture”?
• Food
• Feed
• Fuel
• Fiber
• Forestry
• Floriculture
• “Farmaceuticals”
13. What Are “Systems”?
• Complete Value Chain • Spiral-Out Sourcing
– Production – Aggregation / Consolidation
– Processing – Logistics / Distribution
– Preparation – Packaging / Traceability
– Retail – Inspection / Regulation
– Consumption
• Critical Inputs • Horizontal Integration
– Land & Water – Community-centric
– Information – Leveraged business plans
– Skilled Labor – Widespread participation
– Equipment Systems
– Finance
– Insurance
14. Conquering the “Last Mile” of Local Food Systems
• An Air Car You Could See in 2
• Driven: Shai Agassi's Audacio
Asset • Factory-in-a-Box
Utilization
• Cheese on Wheels
Packaging Retail
• Have Knife, Will Travel: A Slau
Consumers
Producers
Just-in-Time • Mobile Berry and Vegetable Q
Inventory
• Totally Mobile Kitchen
Preparatio • Mobile Processing Unit
Processing
n
Production
Control
15. What is “100% Participation”?
In a given community, every person…
• Makes conscious, informed decisions to buy
agriculture products from local sources, or not
• Advances local agriculture as a way to reclaim
responsibility and accountability for health,
community well-being, economic stability, and
ecological sustainability
• Provides resources for local agriculture to be
acculturated and embedded within the community
16. 100% Participation in Local Agriculture Systems
Value Chain
Own & Operate
Contributions
Invest
Volunteer
Public Service Direct, e.g., CSAs
Hold Office In-Store
Political Purchasing
Involvement Preferences
Vote & Lobby Status Farmers Market
Quo
Search & Lurk 1 Health
Join & Post Lifestyle
2
Convene & Lead Aspirations
3
Level of
Community Participation
Personal
Engagement Motivation
17. Efficiency Improvement and Waste Reduction
within a Local Agriculture System Value Chain
Production Processing Preparation Retail Consumption Is There a Play for You?
MarketMaker
Virtual Buy / Sell Transactions within a Complex Market Food Alliance
Multi-Agent Systems / Trading Bots / Avatars Buy Fresh / Buy Local
(Regional Partnerships for Innovation)
Internet Access / Mobile Phone Connectivity Local Harvest
USDA-SCRI: RPI-PA
(Regional Partnerships for Innovation)
USDA-SCRI: RPI-OH
Logistics and Operations Optimization Zero Emissions Systems
Inventory / Scheduling / Containerization / Transportation “Factory in a Field”
Traceability / Ant Path / Traveling Salesman / Spiral / Corridors – Bus Stops Carbon Footprint Management
USDA-SCRI: CAP-UIUC
(Coordinated Agricultural Projects)
Decision Support Systems
Autonomous Equipment Systems
Portfolio Diversification and Expansion Modular Equipment Systems
GIS Data Layers / Scenarios for Urban – Periurban – Rural Applications Gantry Equipment Systems
Agricultural Business Growth / Leveraged Human Competence Robotic Sensing Programs
USDA-SCRI: CAP-UIUC “Farm of the Future”
(Coordinated Agricultural Projects)
Open Communications
Active Collaboration
Accountability of Agriculture Collective Leadership
Triple Bottom Line: Natural / Business / Social Ecosystems Community Responsibility
Agriculture Is the Integrative Agent for a Local Community / Trust and Verify Social Networking
Leveraged Resources
18. Efficiency Improvement and Waste Reduction
within a Local Agriculture System Value Chain
Production Processing Preparation Retail Consumption Is There a Play for You?
MarketMaker
Virtual Buy / Sell Transactions within a Complex Market Food Alliance
Multi-Agent Systems / Trading Bots / Avatars Buy Fresh / Buy Local
(Regional Partnerships for Innovation)
Internet Access / Mobile Phone Connectivity Local Harvest
USDA-SCRI: RPI-PA
(Regional Partnerships for Innovation)
USDA-SCRI: RPI-OH
Logistics and Operations Optimization Zero Emissions Systems
Inventory / Scheduling / Containerization / Transportation “Factory in a Field”
Traceability / Ant Path / Traveling Salesman / Spiral / Corridors – Bus Stops Carbon Footprint Management
USDA-SCRI: CAP-UIUC
(Coordinated Agricultural Projects)
Decision Support Systems
Autonomous Equipment Systems
Portfolio Diversification and Expansion Modular Equipment Systems
GIS Data Layers / Scenarios for Urban – Periurban – Rural Applications Gantry Equipment Systems
Agricultural Business Growth / Leveraged Human Competence Robotic Sensing Programs
USDA-SCRI: CAP-UIUC “Farm of the Future”
(Coordinated Agricultural Projects)
Open Communications
Active Collaboration
Accountability of Agriculture Collective Leadership
Triple Bottom Line: Natural / Business / Social Ecosystems Community Responsibility
Agriculture Is the Integrative Agent for a Local Community / Trust and Verify Social Networking
Leveraged Resources
19. Actors, Roles, and Scripts…
Players, Views, and Stories…
Agents, Rules, and Transactions
Production Processing Preparation Retail Consumption
Aggregation / Consolidation
Logistics & Distribution
Inspection & Regulation
Utilizing Land & Water
Supplying Inputs
Financing
Insuring
20. Actors, Roles, and Scripts…
Players, Views, and Stories…
Agents, Rules, and Transactions
Production Processing Preparation Retail Consumption
Sysco Global Wal-Mart
Aggregation / Consolidation
Logistics & Distribution Furmano’s Regional Goodness Greeness
Inspection & Regulation Buy Fresh Buy Local Door-to-Door Organics
Local
Utilizing Land & Water PeaPod MarketMaker Local Harvest
Supplying Inputs Food Alliance Fresh Fork Market
Financing Central Illinois Produce
Insuring
C.H. Robinson ConAgra
Reinventing the Wheel, Overinvestment, Inefficiency, High Maintenance Costs…
UNSUSTAINABLE!
21. A Complex Competitive Landscape Filled with
Diverse Stakeholders Who Need…
Production Processing Preparation Retail Consumption
Sysco
Aggregation / Consolidation
Managed Access Wal-Mart
Global
to
Furmano’s Regional Goodness Greeness
Logistics & Distribution
Linked Databases
Inspection & Regulation Buy Fresh Buy Local via a
Door-to-Door Organics
Local
Utilizing Land & Water
Common
PeaPod
Open Source Architecture
MarketMaker Local Harvest
that uses
Supplying Inputs Food Alliance Fresh Fork Market
Standardized Interfaces
Financing which Central Illinois Produce
enable players to develop
Insuring Specialized Applications
C.H. Robinson ConAgra
in response to their unique circumstances
22. Double-Edged Swords?
• Nostalgia
– Local agriculture today is
NOT the way it was, now
• Cooperatives
– Vertical vis-à-vis Horizontal Integration
• Economies of scale vis-a-vs economies of scope
• Making a Living from Local Agriculture
– Full-time or part-time
– Economic justification or social subsidization
23. What Does This Mean for Your Community?
• MarketMaker?
• Corridors / Bus Stops?
• Portfolio Diversification?
• Others?