– Exploring Consumer Behavior in Transitioning to a Safe and Just Agrifood System
Published: 04 November 2024
Authors: Saeed Moghayer, Behrang Manouchehrabadi, Giulia Tiboldo, Hugo Ferrer-Pérez, Marta Kozicka, Michiel van Dijk, Giuditta Farina, Elena Castellari, Daniele Moro, George Philippidis
Journal: Q Open, 2024; qoae030
A newly published open-access article delves into the critical role of food consumer behaviours in steering the transition towards a Safe and Just Operating System (SJOS) within the agri-food sector.
The study highlights how shifts toward healthier diets and significant reductions in food waste can mitigate environmental degradation and enhance public health. However, questions remain about how these transitions align with socially responsible thresholds.
Using a scoping review approach, the authors map evidence on the drivers of these demand-side changes, offering valuable insights into transforming the EU agri-food system. Their findings underscore the importance of consumer behaviour in achieving a sustainable and equitable food system.
Key focus areas include:
- Dietary shifts
- Food waste reduction
- Safe and just operating space
📖 Read the full article here: https://doi.org/10.1093/qopen/qoae030
Acknowledgements: This research received financial support from the European Union under the Horizon Europe program – Food, Bioeconomy Natural Resources, Agriculture and Environment, Grant Agreement No 101060075 BrightSpace.
Source: WR
