What are the benefits of buying local products that respect the environment and good labor practices?
Today we want to answer this question in a very short way to motivate you to make an informed choice about what you buy and contribute to the sustainable development of your country:
When buying local the greatest benefit in environmental terms is reflected in the greenhouse gases that are no longer produced by shortening the distance in which the products have to be transported to be marketed. This same situation is reflected in the packaging, a product that does not travel to such a distant destination requires less protection and therefore generates less waste.
When you consume local seasonal products you favor the economy of your country discouraging imports of products that (returning to the previous point) involve more pollution in greenhouse gases and packaging.
The traceability of the product becomes much simpler so it is easier to know if the company is respecting the rights of workers.
By generating wealth in rural areas, more jobs are generated in the community, improving the quality of life in these places.
In general, the market also benefits from local consumption because there is room for new small competitors that consequently bring more supply, lower prices and higher quality products.
Sustainable development is not only the consumer’s responsibility, but undoubtedly plays an important role in favoring responsible and fair production models with their purchases.
