Research applications
- Food desert analysis — map farm density vs population to identify underserved areas
- Certification trends — track organic, non-GMO, and welfare certification adoption
- Regional food systems — analyze product diversity and farm types by state or region
- Direct-to-consumer access — study delivery options and market formats
Example: State-level farm analysis
Platform-level statistics
Relevant endpoints
| Endpoint | Use |
|---|---|
GET /v1/farms | Filter and paginate the full dataset |
GET /v1/stats | Platform-level aggregates |
GET /v1/search | Geographic analysis with radius queries |
nearby_categories (MCP) | Product and practice breakdown for an area |