olivia nygaard
farmers markets: food that stays close to home
this short social video explores how farmers markets contribute to climate resilience, community health, and sustainable food systems. through quiet, observational visuals like the morning sunrise, interactions between customers, and hands selecting produce, the story reframes sustainability as something tangible and local.
rather than focusing on large-scale policy or technological breakthroughs, the video highlights the power of small, interconnected systems: seasonal food, short supply chains, and direct relationships between growers and communities. farmers markets are presented as climate-smart spaces that reduce food miles, strengthen local economies, and improve access to fresh produce.
by slowing down and paying attention to these everyday exchanges, the piece suggests that meaningful environmental impact can begin close to home: rooted in community, habit, and shared responsibility.




