Research shows that 11.5 million people in the United States live in low-income neighborhoods located more than a mile away from a grocery store. These food deserts become a problem when people don’t have access to transportation, meaning that people often end up eating fast food or shopping at a corner convenience store—neither of which offer nutritious options. It’s…
Do you wish there were more ways to distribute seasonal produce in your community? Fruits and vegetables in season are nutritious, delicious, and sustainable. So, why not help encourage others to enjoy local berries, veggies, and more? Luckily, with temperature-controlled vehicles, it’s easier than ever to distribute fresh, local foods. Read on to learn how…
Photo: foodiesfeed / Freepik Lack of access to fresh foods, in areas called food deserts, is not a new problem, but it’s also not getting much better. In 2010, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) identified more than 18 million people living in food deserts. Of those, only 1.4 million got access to a new supermarket…
Anyone familiar with logistics who reads a popular media think-piece on world hunger and malnutrition is likely to be frustrated. The idea that food is readily available elsewhere, but distribution to certain areas is disorganized or non-existent, seems very unfair. As people move into urban landscapes, issues with nutritional balance magnify, even in developed areas….