Challenges of Local Grown Foods

Local Differences

While there are many advantages of eating local, there are some challenges, particularly related to accessibility. 

Food deserts happen when supermarkets move to middle and upper class areas of cities and those who live further away do not have equal access to the same products. 

HIGH DEMANDS AND LOW PRODUCTION

Due to a limited growing season, especially in regions with four seasons, it is more difficult for a consistent supply throughout the year to meet the demands of an ever-growing population. 

ACTIVITY: PERSUASIVE lETTER

Your task is to write a one-page letter on Google Docs to the government addressing issues surrounding locally grown foods in Ontario and what the government can do to fix these issues. 

Recall what we have learned so far about persuasive writing. Use the image on the right to help you build a strong argument. 

You will use the image below to help guide the structure of your letter. Share the link of your Google Doc to one friend in your class for peer editing. Use the checklists below to be sure you have included all important information. After completion, please upload your final copy to Google Classrooms.