Consumer inequality aversion and risk preferences in community supported agriculture

Bernard, Kévin; Bonein, Aurélie; Bougherara, Douadia

doi:10.1016/j.ecolecon.2020.106684

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“…We adapt the incentivized payoff distribution experiment design from Briggeman and Lusk (2011) and Bernard et al (2020). For the experiment, a total payoff of $1.00 is distributed among three individuals: (1) the respondent (i.e., a Missouri beef consumer), (2) a Missouri beef producer, and (3) a non‐Missouri beef producer.…”

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“…For the experiment, a total payoff of $1.00 is distributed among three individuals: (1) the respondent (i.e., a Missouri beef consumer), (2) a Missouri beef producer, and (3) a non‐Missouri beef producer. Similar to Bernard et al (2020), we set a fixed amount for the payoff to allow estimation of preferences for the payoff distribution as opposed to the payoff size. The payoff range for each individual is $0.00–$1.00 with increments of $0.25.…”

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“…Similarly, Busch and Spiller (2016) observed vast differences in the price German consumers perceived as fair and the price producers in fact received. In the context of community‐supported agriculture (CSA), Bernard et al (2020) noted an increase in the utility of CSA consumers when the payoff distribution to CSA producers is higher as compared to non‐CSA producers.…”

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Inequality aversion and consumer ethnocentrism: Food consumer preferences for payoff distributions to farm producers

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There are few empirical explanations for consumer preferences for payoff distributions across the agri-food value chain in terms of psychographic characteristics. In the context of product origin, we contribute to the literature with an incentivized experiment to estimate preferences for payoff distributions among Missouri beef consumers, Missouri beef producers, and non-Missouri beef producers on the basis of inequality aversion and consumer ethnocentrism. According to the results, Missouri beef consumers not only have selfregarding preferences but also other-regarding preferences in case of payoff distributions, in particular toward Missouri beef producers. We explain such preferences from the perspective of consumer ethnocentrism. Specifically, Missouri beef consumers who have a higher degree of state-level ethnocentrism also have a higher degree of aversion to inequalities among themselves and Missouri beef producers. Although few food consumers appear to be highly ethnocentric, there may exist potential to segment on the basis of state-level ethnocentrism.Other implications and research directions are also discussed.

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“…This channel is continually developing in the USA and Europe as mainstream consumption as an economic and cultural market grows. Consumers in community-supported agriculture have special motivations to become connected with local food, to be able to acquire high-quality and wholesome commodities, and/or to be concerned about the environment (Bernard et al, 2020 ; Birtalan et al, 2020 ).…”

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Consumers’ attitude toward participation in community-supported aquaculture: a case of Kurdistan province in the west of Iran

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Considering the increasing importance of sustainable operations in the agricultural sector and the relationship between producers and consumers, the current study was to determine customers’ attitudes on participation in community-supported aquaculture programs in Kurdistan province (in the west of Iran). The present study was a survey, non-experimental, applied, and descriptive–correlational research. Using a literature review and field studies, factors affecting consumers’ attitudes have been extracted. Then, to determine validity, the questionnaire was given to a panel of subject matter experts. Furthermore, to assess the reliability of the research instrument, the Cronbach’s alpha coefficient was calculated. The results showed the good validity and reliability of the research tool. Moreover, structural equation modeling was used to confirm the proposed model. The results showed that among the factors affecting the attitude of consumers, the price of aquatic products had the first place, which has been neglected in the previous studies. In this regard, it was suggested that by creating support funds and facilities for the participation of consumers in community-supported aquaculture programs, setting standards for healthy aquatic products, and producing programs related to the introduction of community-supported aquaculture programs on the radio and television, the attitude of the consumers can be improved.

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“…Another issue is that establishing the price of the share for the CSA requires a delicate balance because if it is higher than the market, the initiative may lose members, and if it is too low, it will not cover the costs and a living wage for the farmer resulting in "self-exploitation" (3), especially given the high "cost of labour and infrastructure" (63). According to one recent study (64), CSA members care about farmers and the situation of inequality but interestingly, they perceive risks and losses from their membership much higher than the gains even when in reality these are balanced, which increases the probability for member drop-out. However, Rossi and Woods (31) draw attention to two risks regarding customisation: the first is about moving away from the CSA values and ideals and the second is about losing the CSA distinctiveness with the increase of various food box delivery schemes, especially due to COVID-19.…”

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Community-supported agriculture (CSA): Significance and prospects for growth for individuals, communities, and food systems

Mert-Cakal

Miele

2021

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Community-supported agriculture (CSA) is an alternative way of supplying food based on direct interaction between producers and consumers. As an alternative food network (AFN) and a form of civic agriculture, it is considered a more sustainable way of food production and consumption compared to the conventional food system. The number of CSA initiatives has been increasing in the last few decades worldwide parallel to growing scholarly debates about its usefulness, viability and potential. This article contributes to the review of the following: The impacts of CSA on individuals and communities, including motives for involvement and benefits received; the impacts of CSA on food systems, particularly on sustainability; and the barriers and opportunities for CSA growth. We conclude that CSA addresses the needs for sustainable and ecologically sound food and contributes to community building by reconnecting urban and rural places and people with their food. It is also an active position against the unsustainable dominant food systems and shows a different way of caring for the planet and the people. However, in order to grow, CSA needs to overcome certain barriers, namely financial difficulties, unrealistic member expectations and the need for social justice by providing livelihoods for the farmers and becoming more inclusive in terms of race, income and gender. The COVID-19 crisis presented an opportunity for CSA to become more effective as the CSA initiatives demonstrated resilience during lockdowns and the demand for their products increased.

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Consumer inequality aversion and risk preferences in community supported agriculture

Cited by 13 publications

References 51 publications

Inequality aversion and consumer ethnocentrism: Food consumer preferences for payoff distributions to farm producers

Inequality aversion and consumer ethnocentrism: Food consumer preferences for payoff distributions to farm producers

Consumers’ attitude toward participation in community-supported aquaculture: a case of Kurdistan province in the west of Iran

Community-supported agriculture (CSA): Significance and prospects for growth for individuals, communities, and food systems

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