The Impact of Corporate Control in the Global Food System

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What are the potential consequences of corporate concentration and power in the global food system?

  • Higher food prices and reduced consumer choice (correct)
  • Increased food safety and quality
  • Enhanced innovation and technological advancements
  • Improved access to nutritious food

What sector does the Perspective focus on in relation to corporate concentration and power in the global food system?

  • Fisheries and aquaculture industry
  • Seed and agrochemical industry (correct)
  • Meat and dairy industry
  • Fruit and vegetable industry

How can concentrated firms in the seed and agrochemical industry exert power in food systems?

  • By investing in research and development of new crop varieties
  • By shaping markets, technology and innovation agendas, and policy and governance frameworks (correct)
  • By supporting small-scale farmers
  • By promoting sustainable agriculture practices

What are some of the key goals for food systems that could be undermined by corporate concentration and power?

<p>Equity and access to nutritious food (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What measures are needed to prevent corporate concentration and power from undermining key goals for food systems?

<p>A range of measures (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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