Objective:

To characterize and typify the Short Food Supply Chains (SFSC) located in markets of the suburban municipalities of San Pedro and San Andrés Cholula, in the state of Puebla, Mexico.

Methodology:

The methodological strategy was the multiple case study. Qualitative and quantitative methods were used for this purpose. The techniques used were documentary analysis, participant observation, semi-structured interviews with producers, administrators and public officials, and the application of consumer surveys.

Results:

Three types of SFSC were identified, each with different strengths and weaknesses.

Limitations:

Given the interest in highlighting the role of direct sales schemes in strengthening peri-urban agriculture, the typology was constructed based on the attributes of the producers, leaving out other actors.

Conclusions:

The study underline the importance of these spaces in establishing direct links that benefit both producers and consumers, as well as in creating synergies between urban and rural areas.