Food Miles

Food miles refer to the distance food travels from the farm or production site to your plate. It’s a measure used to estimate the environmental impact, particularly the carbon footprint, associated with transportation. Longer transportation routes often require more fuel and produce more greenhouse gases. Supporting local foods reduces food miles, potentially lowering environmental impact, while imported foods may have higher food miles due to longer journeys. However, food miles are just one factor in the sustainability of food; production methods, packaging, and transportation efficiency also play vital roles.