A few different ways that the supermarket chain could incorporate farm-to-table principles is to
use local farms. Using local growers will reduce the cost of transporting the products and
reduce the product damage. This will promote pride in the customers that are most likely
employees of the local farm. a We could encourage reusable bags and designate an area for
compost. a The compost can be used by the local farmers or by the customers to continue
organic growing. Along with partnering with local growers, request that they be certified to
uphold the highest standards of our company such as Institute of Food Technologist (IFT)
certified food Scientists. For those that may not have the funds like the bigger competitors, we
can incorporate a system to assist them with the expense in return of discount of product
volume. Giving back to the community and reducing carb on footprint are priceless. The risks
of incorporating this change will require an initial expense but it will be beneficial in the long
term. The selection of product variety will be decreased, and we increase the risk of volume
depletion during natural disasters in the local area.
