Why Does a Sustainable Food System Matter?
Healthy, Local Food: Ingredients for a Sustainable Food
System describes the food system policies that contribute to
a healthy and sustainable San Mateo County.
In 2009, San Mateo County’s agricultural production
and local seafood harvest was worth $153 million. The actual
impact of food production on the local economy is estimated
to be much higher, at $535 million, due to a multiplier
effect. Most of this food is not available to our residents.
It is processed and sold outside of San Mateo County, which
reduces local access to fresh and healthy roods,
increases our carbon footprint and takes valuable dollars
out of our community.
Learn more about our local food system and how cities and
residents can help build a healthier and more localized food
system. Check out the San Mateo County County Food System Alliance's report on growing,
selling, and eating healthy local food.