10 Questions
Why does Neal Peirce question the practice of shipping California spinach long distances?
To advocate for locally grown produce
What is the primary reason given in the text for why supermarket chains prefer to buy from big factory farms?
Consistent crop quality
According to Neal Peirce, why do most American farmers struggle to stay in business?
Competition from large factory farms
What is the author's attitude towards the trend of importing seasonal products from around the globe?
Critical
How does the author describe the impact of agribusiness on small farms and co-ops?
As a factor leading to their decline and failure
What is the major concern associated with the loss of local farm families, as mentioned in the text?
Negative impact on the social fabric of communities
According to Richard Pirog's calculations, what is the average distance food travels in a local food system?
45 miles
What is one significant impact of the continent-wide distribution system on fossil fuel usage compared to a local system?
Four to 17 times more fossil fuel used
Which type of food labeling does Richard Pirog suggest to indicate the energy impact of food products?
'Ecolabels'
What is a key sector where the growth of local food production is gaining momentum, as mentioned in the text?
Restaurants
Test your understanding of Neal Peirce's argumentative text 'Locavore' which discusses the issues with shipping spinach long distances. Dive into critical analysis and interpretation of the author's viewpoints.
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