>>1020417I grow grow/raise my own food for my health. I don't trust completely random strangers who work for a corporation to grow/raise/make food for me. They do not have my best interest or health in mind. They only want my money. That alone is a big red flag for me. My health is worth a lot more than some simple savings.
However, I live in the country side and own 40+ acres of land. I make money from my farming, thus it is very efficient and economical for me. That profit is just the icing on the cake for me. I glad I make a profit, but even if I didn't make a profit, I'd still be farming my own food.
As for your problem. There are entire families who live in city apartments who grow nearly all their own food and sell extra to their neighbors.