"I'm not sure always why but the idea that they can support local communities and local farmers is an important element of it," she said Wednesday. Local food sales in direct-to-consumer channels such as farmers' markets and farm retail have more than doubled since 2008 and exceeded $1.2 billion last year. Edmonton AM 8:15 Made in Alberta The province has announced it will create a new label telling shoppers whether food is 'Made in Alberta.' But most people will go for locally produced or made if there is a minimal difference between the price, she said. (Government of Alberta)Guidelines on the difference between locally produced and locally grown would also have to be clarified, Goddard said.

Source: CBC News July 15, 2021 00:00 UTC