Agricultural Markets and Agrifood Supply Chains
A special issue of Agriculture (ISSN 2077-0472). This special issue belongs to the section "Agricultural Economics, Policies and Rural Management".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 25 November 2024 | Viewed by 16523
Special Issue Editors
Interests: agricultural economics; regional economics; rural development; sustainability; The European Union
Interests: the assessment of the agricultural sector; international trade assessment; international development assistance; food security; the UN’s SDGs; business plans suitable for rural areas; organic farming; social farming/care farming
Interests: agricultural economics; regional economics; rural development; sustainability; The European Union
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
In this era of globalization, climate change, evolving consumer preferences, and technological breakthroughs, the dynamics of agricultural markets and supply chains have undergone significant transformations. This Special Issue, entitled Agricultural Markets and Agrifood Supply Chains, will act as an important platform for the exchange of research and insights in this area.
Agricultural markets and agri-food supply chains represent the backbone of global food systems. They include a range of activities, from farm to fork, involving farmers, processors, distributors, retailers, policymakers, and consumers. The effectiveness, efficiency, resilience, and sustainability of these systems have major implications for food supply sufficiency, food security, and, in a broader context, economic development and sustainability, including not only economic but also social and environmental aspects.
This Special Issue aims to promote a deeper understanding of the complex relationships between market forces, supply chain management, policy frameworks, and the various stakeholders involved in the production and distribution of agri-food products. Therefore, contributions from various fields, including economics, agribusiness, logistics, sustainability, and technology, are welcome in order to ensure that this Special Issue addresses the multifaceted challenges and opportunities in this area.
We believe that this Special Issue will contribute to achieving a deeper understanding of the main issues in this field and serve as an important information source for researchers, students, and the public.
Dr. Karel Tomšík
Dr. Pavel Kotyza
Dr. Josef Abrhám
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- agricultural markets
- agricultural production
- food supply
- food security
- sustainability
- trade
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Planned Papers
The below list represents only planned manuscripts. Some of these manuscripts have not been received by the Editorial Office yet. Papers submitted to MDPI journals are subject to peer-review.
Title: Agricultural Markets and Agrifood Supply Chains In Nepal
Authors: Zhen You
Affiliation: Institute of Geographical Sciences and Natural Resource Research, CAS
Title: Strengthening the co-creation through the development of short food supply chains
Authors: Vilma Atkočiūnienė; Jurgita Zaleckienė; Rita Toločkienė
Affiliation: Vytautas Magnus University
Abstract: The article reveals the essence of co-creation, as well as the factors determining its development and their importance. The sustainable food strategy of the European Union “From field to table” and its components are discussed. Co-creation between producers and consumers is discussed, what groups of definitions are distinguished when interpreting co-creation. When developing co-creation, what value is created for all parties participating in co-creation, and what challenges arise when developing co-creation. The purpose of the article is to present solutions that strengthen co-creation in the development of short food supply chains. Research methods: analysis of scientific literature sources and analysis of generalization, secondary information sources, qualitative semi-structured interview method and observation method, quantitative research method - questionnaire survey.