| Values | Equitable distribution • Food justice • Local food cultures • Sustainable practices |
| Benefits | Promotes food access • Supports environmental sustainability |
| Criticisms | May stifle innovation • Economic growth concerns |
| System type | Agricultural cooperatives |
| Governing body | Food Policy Council |
| Place of origin | |
| Role of markets | Secondary |
| Roles of rural and farming communities | Significant political influence • Safeguarding interests and values |
