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.
Definition of fence. 1  1 archaic : a means of protection : defense. 2  2a : a barrier intended to prevent escape or intrusion or to mark a boundary; especially : such a barrier made of posts and wire or boardsb : an immaterial barrier or boundary line on the other side of the fence in the argument. 3  3 : fencing  1.