Future Food Systems

Exploring Global Production, Processing, Distribution and Consumption

1st Edition - June 13, 2024
Editors: Rickey Y. Yada, Rene Van Acker, Martin Scanlon, David Gray
Language: English
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Future Food Systems: Exploring Global Production, Processing, Distribution and Consumption provides an overview of food systems, from farming through to logistics, processing, retail, service and consumption, with the intention of enabling more efficient development of policy and implementation of food related practices. The book presents the considerations which must be understood to develop effective and efficient policies and practices for any level of food system and along the continuum of those systems, with attention being given to the academic, public and private sector challenges, and opportunities for progress, efficiency, effectiveness, and sustainability.

Presented in parts to highlight key aspects of the subject area, the book explores production practices including increasingly important programs in integrated farming systems, vertical agriculture and urban farming, processes, value adding for commodities, agricultural technology, supply chain innovations and consumer considerations. The book provides foundational insights into the underpinnings of today’s food systems, its challenges and its opportunities for the future.

Cover image
Title page
Table of Contents
Copyright
List of contributors
About the editors
Preface
Acknowledgments
Part I: Land based production
Chapter 1. Nurturing Canadian agronomy with nature: theory and practice
Abstract
Outline
Introduction
Locating nature within agricultural systems
Nature-based practices
Putting the system together
Nature-based agricultural research
Synthesis and next steps
Acknowledgments
References
Chapter 2. Beyond sustainability: five shades of green for tomorrow’s farming and food
Abstract
Outline
Beyond sustainability
Five shades of green
Tomorrow’s farming and food
References
Chapter 3. Multilevel integration of agricultural systems: the case of a modern peri-urban region
Abstract
Outline
Introduction: peri-urban agriculture in a Canadian context
A regional nutrient budget
Nutrient integration at the field and farm level on dairy farms: deconstructed
Regional nutrient integration: food production and people
Where are the peri-urban agricultural regions of Canada?
Conclusion: toward modern integrated farming in peri-urban regions
References
Chapter 4. The promise and pitfalls of controlled environment agriculture (CEA)—technological, biological, and societal considerations for an evolving agricultural landscape
Abstract
Outline
Introduction
Horticultural gaps and prospects
Technological gaps and considerations
Consumer awareness
Closing remarks
References
Chapter 5. Advancing urban agriculture and local food systems through transformative incrementalism: the case of the Sandown Centre for Regenerative Agriculture
Abstract
Outline
Introduction
Transformative Incrementalism overview
The Sandown initiative
Sandown: reflections and observations
Milestone 1: June 2010, I begin employment with DNS as the Director of Planning
Milestone 2: November 2010, municipal elections occur with new Council installed December 2010 for the 2011 to 2014 term
Milestone 3: late 2011, the Agricultural Land Commission (ALC) granted conditional approval to remove the 12 acres of land in exchange for including the 12 acres of municipal land in accordance with the DNS proposal
Milestone 4: Friends of Sandown public meeting, January 12, 2012
Milestone 5: November 2013, municipal elections occur with new Council installed December 2013
Milestone 6: the official community plan and zoning bylaw amendments were approved in 2014 to allow for the 12-acre commercial development and 83 acre farm
Milestone 7: in 2017 the agricultural reclamation and drainage plan was completed and approved, the site was subdivided and the 83-acre agricultural parcel was transferred to the District
Milestone 8: October 2018 municipal elections occur and new Council installed November 2018, and I retire from public service
Final reflections
References
Chapter 6. Precision crop production engineering—increasing productivity using digital technology
Abstract
Outline
Introduction
Agriculture in the 20th century: focus on productivity and the U-turn to precision
Agriculture 4.0: high resolution farm data and precise crop management
Scalability and adoption of Agriculture 4.0
Summary
References
Chapter 7. Dairy 2050: a conceptual future scope of architectural and engineered solutions to address ecosystem services: the example of dairy farming in Canada
Abstract
Outline
References
Chapter 8. Value added to agricultural commodities
Abstract
Outline
Introduction
What is value and value-added?
Interactions and decision-making within a value chain framework
Opportunities and challenges in value-added agriculture
Concluding comments
References
Chapter 9. Cold plasma-assisted nutrient extraction for utilization of agricultural materials
Abstract
Outline
Introduction
Introduction to cold plasma
Applications of cold plasma in agri-food
Cold plasma-assisted extraction
Cold plasma-assisted nutrient extraction
Conclusions and future work
References
Part II: Aquaculture production
Chapter 10. Resilient, sustainable farmed fish production: connecting aquaculture and agriculture for a more powerful, efficient food system
Abstract
Outline
Introduction
Fish aquaculture within a circular (bio)economy framework
Aquaponic systems for fish and food production
Digital and technological advancements in fish aquaculture
Outlook
Acknowledgments
References
Chapter 11. Sustainable aquaculture: a case study of seaweed production in Southern Brazil
Abstract
Outline
Introduction
Aquaculture in Santa Catarina state
References
Chapter 12. Aquaponics systems: a holistic, ecosystem approach to food production
Abstract
Outline
Introduction
Variations on a theme: systems combining aquaculture and plant cultivation
Solid-waste processing
Regulations, certifications, and economics
Critical research areas
Conclusion
References
Chapter 13. Plant biostimulants to improve soil health for sustainable agriculture
Abstract
Outline
Introduction
Plant biostimulants
Plant biostimulants classification
Soil health promotion: the beneficial impact of plant biostimulants
Conclusion and future outlook
References
Part III: Indigenous food systems
Chapter 14. Insects, a promising, practical food source for a sustainable, regenerative world
Abstract
Outline
Introduction
Summary and conclusions
Acknowledgments
Funding
References
Further reading
Chapter 15. Inuit-led fish futures: toward a self-determined commercial fishery in Nunatsiavut, Canada
Abstract
Outline
Introduction
Nunatsiavut fisheries: past and present
Futures and scenario planning
A vision is born
What makes the fisheries important
The future of fisheries
Conclusion
References
Part IV: Consumer, supply and distribution concerns
Chapter 16. Supply chain collaboration in the food industry: a literature review
Abstract
Outline
Introduction
Research methodology
Thematic analysis
Research synthesis
Conclusion
References
Chapter 17. Future food systems: exploring global production, processing, distribution, and consumption: Canada’s food inflation story
Abstract
Outline
Food inflation in Canada, from 1970 to 2022
The 80s and how consumers coped
The new food consumer and food affordability, today
Coping methods in today’s food economy
Food waste, best before dates, and policy initiatives
Policy directions and future research
References
Chapter 18. Managing world food crises: the role of domestic food grain reserves and international trade
Abstract
Outline
Introduction
The role of grain reserves in food price volatility
Basic supply and demand models
The supply of storage model and short-run price behavior
Behavioral dimensions of food security: herd behavior and hoarding
Grain reserves and the behavior of policymakers
Coping with the 2022 crisis
ASEAN learned important lessons from the 2008 episode
A special role for ASEAN going forward
References
Chapter 19. Food safety management systems
Abstract
Outline
Introduction
Brief history of food safety systems
The evolution of food regulations
Establishment of food agencies and oversight
Food and Agriculture Organization and Codex Alimentarius
The introduction of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HAACP)
Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point, Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point-based, and generic-Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point food safety management systems
The challenges of auditing food safety systems
Introduction of preventative control plans through modernization
The future direction of food safety management systems
Inspection
Food fraud as part of food safety management
The information revolution
The impact of climate change on food safety management
Conclusion
References
Chapter 20. Food systems and nutrition
Abstract
Outline
Food systems and nutrition
Upstream: food systems factors that affect nutrition outcomes
Underlying social and structural determinants of nutrition
Conclusion
References
Index

Rickey Y. Yada

Professor Rickey Yada is Dean of The University of British Columbia, Canada, and specializes in the structure-function relationships of food and non-food related enzymes using molecular biology and various physico-chemical techniques, carbohydrate metabolism as it related to process quality as well as various applications of food-related nanoscale science and technology. Prior to his appointment at UBC, he was a Professor in the Department of Food Science, Chair of the Department of Food Science, Assistant Vice President Research, a Canada Research Chair in Food Protein Structure, the Scientific Director of the Food Institute at the University of Guelph and the Vice Chair of the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, Institute of Nutrition, Metabolism and Diabetes. Prof. Yada is the EiC for Trends in Food Science and Technology (Elsevier Food Science journal), and is on the editorial boards for several journals. He is the author of over 200 refereed journal publications and several book chapters.

Affiliations and expertise

Dean, Faculty of Land and Food Systems, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada

Rene Van Acker

Dr. Rene Van Acker is Professor and Dean of the Ontario Agricultural College (OAC) at the University of Guelph. Prior to his appointment as Dean, Rene was Associate Dean External of OAC (2009-16) and previously chair of the department of Plant Agriculture (2006-09). Prior to his appointments at Guelph, Rene was a professor at the University of Manitoba (1996-2006). Rene is a co-founder of the Food Institute at the University of Guelph (now the Arrell Food Institute) and has played a key roles in fundraising for OAC since 2009. Rene's research interests include weed management and agronomy. He has published over 130 peer-reviewed works to-date and over 300 other non-peer reviewed contributions. His research on coexistence and genetically modified crops has led to work in Denmark, Austria, Switzerland, France, Germany, Australia, and the US. Rene grew up on a farm in southern Ontario. He holds BSc and MSc degrees from the University of Guelph and a PhD from the University of Reading (UK).

Affiliations and expertise

Dean and Professor Ontario Agricultural College | University of Guelph Canada

Martin Scanlon

Dr. Martin Scanlon is Professor and Dean of the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences at the University of Manitoba. Prior to his appointment as Dean, Martin was Associate Dean (Research) for the Faculty, and previously Chair of the Department of Food Science. Martin has also worked at the Flour Milling & Baking Research Association in England and the Canadian Grain Commission in Winnipeg, and has had sabbaticals at Imperial College (London) and Pillsbury Technical Centre (Minneapolis). Martin served on the Advisory Board for the province of Manitoba’s Food Development Centre, and was a member of the Board of Directors for Cereals & Grains Association (an international organization advancing cereal grain science through research). Martin's teaching and research interests have been focused on food processing and food quality, primarily working with Canadian prairie crops. Martin has published over 160 peer-reviewed works to-date plus over 150 non-peer reviewed contributions. As well as being on granting agency panels for granting agencies and international review teams, Martin has worked with a number of trans-national and local companies to implement new technologies aimed at improving process efficiency or product quality. Martin grew up in a pub in northern England. He holds BSc(Hons) and PhD degrees from the University of Leeds (England).

Affiliations and expertise

Dean, Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences, University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus); Department of Food and Human Nutritional Sciences, USA

David Gray

Dr David Gray is the inaugural Provost and Vice-President (Academic) at The University of Niagara Falls, Canada. Prior to becoming, Provost David held the position of Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture and Principal of the Agricultural Campus of Dalhousie University, Nova Scotia for 10 years (2013-23). Before 2013 David had held Dean and Senior Leadership positions at 3 other Universities including Hartpury University, The University of Derby, and The NAFC Marine Centre – University of the Highlands & Islands, Shetland.

David’s academic interests lie in aquaculture and fisheries management, but he has a passion and enthusiasm for sustainable food production systems and feeding a global population of 10 billion people by 2050. He has held the position of Chair of the Nova Scotia Provincial Aquaculture Science Advisory Committee (2015-23); Chair of the International Agriculture Section of the North American Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (2019-21); a founding member of the North American Agricultural Advisory Network Steering Committee (2021-23); member of the Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council taskforce (2021-23)

David gained his B.Sc (Hons) in Marine Biology from the University College of North Wales, Bangor, and his Ph.D from Rhodes University in South Africa. He is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and was awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee medal for services to agriculture and higher education in 2022.

Affiliations and expertise

University of Niagara Falls, Canada