They depend on global markets, weather, energy costs and processing.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers to better understand Walloon agriculture, its constraints and everyday choices.
Not for all products, but it can strengthen the local connection and added value when it is well organized.
Via farm visits, food workshops, vegetable gardens and observation of the seasons.
It aims to guarantee local capacity to produce a significant part of food in the event of a crisis.
A price that covers production costs, pays for work and allows investment in the transition.
By favoring the season, cooking raw products, limiting waste and comparing local points of sale.
The price depends on the product, the season, the method of sale, the volumes purchased and the waste avoided. Comparing by kilo, planning meals and buying seasonal products often allows you to better control the budget.
We must distinguish between testimony, official data, commercial argument and technical advice. For an administrative, health or financial decision, it is preferable to confirm the information with the competent body.
Local origin indicates where the raw material was produced. Local processing indicates where it was prepared, packaged or cooked. To understand the impact of a product, you should ideally look at both pieces of information.
The technical choices depend on the climate, soils, relief, existing sectors and local economic opportunities.