Drawing on theories of international relations, political economy, and public policy-making, this course examines the global, national and local politics of food production and distribution. Topics include food security, free trade versus fair trade, the environmental sustainability of food systems, food sovereignty and food aid. Prerequisite(s): third-year standing or permission of the Department. Lecture three hours a week. [0.5 credits]
Drawing on theories of international relations, political economy, and public policy-making, this course examines the global, national and local politics of food production and distribution. Topics include food security, free trade versus fair trade, the environmental sustainability of food systems, food sovereignty and food aid. Prerequisite(s): third-year standing or permission of the Department. Lecture three hours a week. [0.5 credits]
