Also, based on Parker (2008), no hard evidence indicates that local foods are better in research from the University of North Carolina. Especially in case the AFM does not clearly define its products between organic or conventional foods, neither on its website nor in the documents provided. Therefore, AFM may need to change its promotion strategy on product descriptions. Influence of AFM: There are various influences from AFM on local communities. In addition to food support, economic aspects and environmental aspects can apply to AFM influences. Furthermore, the advantages and disadvantages of AFM influences can be discussed. ● When talking about AFM, one of the most obvious aspects is the support for local farmers. In other words, AFM sellers. In the operation of the AFM, local farmers apply and pay a fee to become members, also called vendors, which gives them approval to trade at the AFM headquarters. In these circumstances, local farmers, especially small-scale ones who do not share the economy of scale, can find an organized place with less competition to sell their products. So consumption occurs within Athens communities to prevent capital from going out of the city, usually referring to shopping at Kip's Walmart and Kroger. The flow of money within the community not only helps local farmers, but also supports local businesses which local farmers can consume more if they have more sales, which can lead to the local economy