Supporting relocalisation businesses

Supporting relocalisation businesses

Keeping local farmers in the business of providing food for local people

Relocalisation businesses consider the origin of their produce and other products. Supporting local producers, reducing food miles and ensuring freshness and quality for their customers is a priority.

The Urban Food team would like your help to develop a directory of relocalisation businesses on the Sunshine Coast. If you know of such a business write to us so we can spread the word. To get us started here is an example from a quaint cafe in Nambour...

Husk and Honey
...Where possible we work with local organic growers to get only the best produce.  When we can't do this we simply source the best food we can and bring it fresh to the table every day.  Our lunch menu includes... Read more

How to find a relocalisation business

Some businesses are already making changes, but it may not be clearly signed or promoted.

A friendly inquiry i.e. 'do you stock local produce?' or 'where does your..... come from?'  may reveal a potential stockist.

On the other hand, your inquiry might encourage a business to make some positive changes towards supporting the local food network.

Frequent local farm stalls

Keep an eye out for road side farm stalls when you are out and about. Put your money in the honesty box and enjoy the seasonal surplus.

Shop at your local produce market

Ask questions and seek local producers at mixed markets in your local area. For more information on produce markets in your area see local food markets in Food System/Supplies.