Sustainable Shopping in the Region

Climate-Friendly Shopping Becomes an Experience

Short supply chains, transparent sourcing, and personalized advice make shopping a special experience. The selection ranges from eggs, milk, and pasta to meat, cheese, honey, and juices, as well as cherries, asparagus, horseradish, carp, and firewood. The selection is complemented by special experiences at the farms: Those interested can visit some direct-sales farms to see the animals and production firsthand or use milk filling stations. In addition to a quick overview of products and vendors, the brochure also includes information on common food certification labels. Also new in this edition are regional recipes—ranging from Franconian horseradish pork to herbal lemonade—as well as a seasonal calendar for fruits and vegetables.

“Those who buy directly from our producers not only support regional agriculture but also actively contribute to preserving jobs and strengthening our region,” emphasized District Administrator Alexander Tritthart at the presentation. Sabine Bock particularly highlighted the environmental aspects: “Regional foods stand out for their freshness, high quality, and short transport distances. Imported products from distant countries, on the other hand, require significantly more energy and have a greater impact on the climate than local products.”

Those interested can pick up the free brochure at the Erlangen-Höchstadt District Office in Erlangen, at the Höchstadt branch office, and at Erlangen City Hall. It is also available online at www.erlangen-hoechstadt.de and www.klima-aufbruch.de.