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Geraldton Bulk Wholefoods
The Problem
Socially it has built stronger networks, increased Web 2.0 literacy amongst the group, has spun off several new ideas and projects (e.g. a local flour mill, toy-sharing project). Ecologically there is reduced packaging, easier access to organic and biodynamic products, and some of the members are able to live almost exclusively on a diet of these wholefoods and vegetables from the Farmer’s Market.
In Geraldton, the desire to purchase organic and wholefoods in larger quanitities had lead to the creation of a replicable co-operative purchasing model. There are now three ten-family buying groups that meet the needs of people in the community wanting to eat healthier, eat more organic and sustainable food, and access speciality products in larger quantities.
The Solution
In Geraldton, the desire to purchase organic and wholefoods in larger quanitities had lead to the creation of a replicable co-operative purchasing model.
More information: wildpollinators.org/2010/09/21/geraldton-bulk-wholefoods-a-local-case-study/