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On
joining the organisation, affiliates receive:
- a certificate
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the right to use the symbol on their products and in their
advertising
- laminated posters to place at point of sale
- an
initial supply of 100 sticky labels and WFA leaflets (more labels
supplied at slightly below cost price, more leaflets supplied free)
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if required, their own page on the World Wide Web
- a quarterly
newsletter, in either print or electronic format
benefits to
consumers
By buying
WFA produce, consumers are assured of quality, wholesome food from a
traceable, sustainable and local source, with the added assurance
that they can personally check on production methods. Each producer
must make his/her WFA pledge available on request, which details
their growing and/or production methods. Consumers can demonstrate
their support for WFA principles by becoming WFA supporters.
benefits to local
communities
By
encouraging people to buy their food from local sources, a greater
proportion of income stays in circulation within local economies.
This will tend to strengthen local economies and help to alleviate
social and economic deprivation in rural communities.
benefits to the
environment
WFA
producers, following WFA principles, make a substantial contribution
to the enhancement of the environment through their
environment-friendly growing practices. Conservation of both plant
and animal species is encouraged, wildlife is preserved, and the soil
enriched through the use of natural, sustainable growing methods. By
reducing the distances over which food is transported ('food miles'),
we will also reduce energy use and associated pollution.
social benefits
The WFA
encourages social cohesion by rebuilding the links between producers
and consumers.
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