food miles Obviously, all the foods coming from the local market would promote the development of local economy. The household income would be rising as well. Also, Local food is, simply, food produced for local and regional consumption. For that reason, 'food miles' are relatively small, which greatly reduces fuel use and environmental pollution. What is more, Local food is usually far fresher; therefore, it is more nutritious than long-distance food. It also needs fewer preservatives or other additives. However, goods resulting from the imports will result in lower domestic prices for consumers, just as a large amount of foods swarm into the local market. Thus, consumers are the main beneficiary of import foods. Apart from lower price, people have more options. Before airplane came in the middle 20 century, for example, long-distance foods are beyond the reach for many countries. People living in the north China cannot enjoy fresh vegetables and fruits during the harsh and friendless winter, but now, the citizens can buy everything they want because of the long-distance transport. In brief, import foods make people’s lives not only more convenient but also economic.