Global food systems refer to the complex network of production, distribution, and consumption of food that extends beyond national boundaries. It encompasses processes such as agricultural practices, trade, transportation, and food security.
Related terms
Food Security: Food security refers to the availability, access, utilization, and stability of sufficient quantities and quality of food for all individuals within a population.
Food Desert: A food desert is an area with limited access to affordable and nutritious foods due to a lack of grocery stores or fresh produce markets.
Food Miles: Food miles represent the distance that food travels from its place of production to reach consumers. It is used as an indicator of environmental impact related to transportation emissions.