"Resilient Food Systems" addresses the crucial need for adaptable food systems in the face of climate change, economic instability, and resource depletion. It explores how to secure food supplies by examining climate-smart agriculture, circular economy principles, and robust supply chains. A key insight is the necessity of shifting from extractive models to regenerative approaches, integrating environmental sustainability, economic viability, and social equity.
For instance, the book investigates how local food economies can buffer against global disruptions, highlighting the importance of diversified food sources. The book uniquely combines environmental, economic, and social factors to offer a holistic framework for resilience. It progresses logically, starting with an overview of food system challenges and moving to specific strategies like climate-smart agriculture and waste reduction. It culminates in policy recommendations for fostering resilience at various scales, enriched by global case studies demonstrating practical applications of its concepts.
