Prepared by Nancy Smebak, University of Illinois Extension Research Assistant, April 2015

This project documents and describes the food system in Peoria County and the surrounding region through participatory and analytic mapping and key informant interviews and videos. Case studies and academic research provide suggestions for improving profitability, equity, civic engagement, and health in the local food system.

We would welcome you to join in this conversation. If you cannot attend but are still interested in learning more about this project, we welcome your comments and review. Here is a link to the download page for the [original, unedited] draft report.