Food Policy in a Changing Food System

Abstract

Examines the food system and considers the impact of the following societal changes on it: increasing longevity and growing populations; increasing urbanization; globalization of the food market; changes in attitudes and values; decline of the traditional “housekeeping” role. Describes the role of the different actors. Discusses the problems of achieving food policy goals with particular reference to institutions, policy instruments and information.

Citation

Tansey, G. (1994), "Food Policy in a Changing Food System", British Food Journal, Vol. 96 No. 8, pp. 4-12. https://doi.org/10.1108/00070709410068756