Food is essential for life and for a livable future. Yet, food production and consumption has been problematic due to the industrialization of food production, unchecked globalization and extreme neoliberalism. This course introduces students to the global food system and provides a critical understanding of such a food system and food governance. An enhanced knowledge of the characteristics, its vulnerabilities, and the opportunities the global food system holds for benefiting society and the environment will be discussed. It will lead students to review various food models and policies that have impacts on public health, social equality and climate change. Students will realize how responsible food behavior and food practices will bring common good to the community and enhance social justice. The course contains lectures, class exercises, out of classroom field visits and team research project. It will take students to explore ways that promote sustainable development and improve food governance.

Continuous Assessment: 100%