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Znaczenie rynków rolnych w rozwoju gospodarki lokalnej i ożywieniu małych miast
The role of agrifood markets in local market development and the revival of small towns

Author(s): Karol Krajewski
Subject(s): Economy
Published by: Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Ekonomicznego we Wrocławiu
Keywords: agriculture; local economy; small town

Summary/Abstract: The aim of the work is the use of critical analysis of development of small towns in the rural areas for the revival process. The study presents the essence of two models of transformation: global, subordinated to globalization process and the niche one that is connected with the idea of sustainable development and is realized in local dimension. The key elements of local agrifood markets are presented. Advantages for actors operating in local food production and distribution systems are discussed.

  • Issue Year: 2012
  • Issue No: 243
  • Page Range: 464-472
  • Page Count: 9
  • Language: Polish