6. Growing, packaging & distributing products +

The journey of a product from creation to delivery.

In localised ‘Grow, Pack & Distribute’ systems, the full journey of a product—whether it’s food, goods, or services—is handled within or near the community. This builds transparency, accountability, & true sustainability. Local food systems are a key example, where growing, packaging, & delivering happen in one tight loop, supporting farmers, reducing transport, & keeping money circulating locally. ‹›

Strategy

Offer training in relevant skills:

= Regenerative farming, repair, digital tools, local governance, business development.
= Set up mentorship networks, apprenticeships, & learning labs.
= Encourage intergenerational learning + local knowledge sharing.