Galley, Stefan (2025). Exploring Communal Agricultural Prosumption – Fostering Alternative Food Networks in Switzerland. (Thesis). Universität Bern, Bern

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Abstract

Prosumption denotes the co-production and consumption of food. This cumulative dissertation examines communal agricultural prosumption (CAP) in Switzerland to identify how it can be strengthened. Findings from three studies on Allotment Gardens, Community Gardens and Community Supported Agriculture show that accessible, flexible organisation, meaningful participation, and clear communication of nutritional and environmental benefits increase uptake and continuity of these activities. Policy should therefore recognise CAP’s public value, lower administrative barriers, and support spaces, networks and learning. Together these measures can enhance CAP’s resilience, broaden membership, and contribute to sustainable, socially embedded alternative food systems.

Item Type:	Thesis
Dissertation Type:	Cumulative
Date of Defense:	2 October 2025
Subjects:	900 History > 910 Geography & travel
Institute / Center:	08 Faculty of Science > Institute of Geography
Depositing User:	Hammer Igor
Date Deposited:	05 Dec 2025 08:54
Last Modified:	05 Dec 2025 08:54
URI:	https://boristheses.unibe.ch/id/eprint/6940

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