The vast majority of consumers say they purchase locally grown products at least occasionally (90%). Consumers exhibit a level of inherent trust in the quality they associate with local products. Source: FMI U.S. GroceryShopper Trends 2014,n=2116.
barrier barÂ·riÂ·er (bÄr'Ä-Ér) n. A structure, such as a fence, built to bar passage. A boundary or limit. An obstacle or impediment. Something that separates or holds apart. Something immaterial that obstructs or impedes behavior. A physical or biological factor that limits the migration, interbreeding, or free movement of individuals or populations.
What are 'Barriers To Entry' Barriers to entry are the existence of high startup costs or other obstacles that prevent new competitors from easily entering an industry or area of business. Barriers to entry benefit existing firms already operating in an industry because they protect an established company's revenues and profits from being whittled away by new competitors. Common barriers to entry include special tax benefits to existing firms, patents, strong brand identity or customer loyalty, and high customer switching costs.