Fresh produce that is grown, harvested and sold in the local area will always have a lower carbon footprint than food that has been imported from other countries.

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The carbon footprint of fresh produce depends on various factors including the method of transportation, the type of produce, how it was grown (e.g., greenhouse-grown vs. field-grown), and the efficiency of local versus international production systems. In some cases, importing food can be more carbon-efficient than local production, especially if the local production requires high energy inputs for heating greenhouses or if the transportation method for imported goods is relatively carbon-efficient.

Fresh Produce That Is Grown, Harvested and Sold in the Local