In chapter 6 I reflect on how my choice of both research topic and approach (action
research) are closely linked to my biography, interests, beliefs, and professional
experience (i.e. the factors that influence my identity). Having spent many years as a
practitioner in the field of rural community development (CD) I could easily make
connections between the values and principles of CD and the potential of CSA to
promote more vigorous community involvement around food production and
consumption. Community-based Participatory Action Research served as a vehicle
for me to adopt a CD approach to CSA. In other words, I approached my research
from a specific standpoint.