Exploring the dilemma of local sourcing versus international development – the case of the flower industry
以鲜切花产业为例，探讨零售产品（特别是食品和花卉）在本地采购与国际采购之间的选择困境，并分析公平贸易、食物里程和碳排放对采购决策的影响。
Abstract This paper examines the debate surrounding local versus international sourcing of retail products, particularly food and flowers, in light of the emerging carbon imperative. It begins by examining the Fairtrade market and then examines ‘food miles’ and carbon impact. The complexity of sourcing decisions when considering both international development issues and the emerging carbon agenda is considered using the case of the cut flower industry. Copyright © 2008 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd and ERP Environment.