Agriculture and its development have long been recognized as one of the primary drivers of economic growth, development, and poverty reduction in developing countries. Policymakers and international organizations have actively advocated for the transition from subsistence farming to market-oriented agriculture as a pivotal strategy to combat poverty and enhance farmers’ income and food...
Introduction
Research underscores the potential of alternative protein sources in advancing sustainable food systems to foster sustainable diets ([Parodi et al., 2018][1]; [Willett et al., 2019][2]). Among these alternatives, edible insects are one them, offering high-quality animal protein and essential nutrients ([Liceaga et al., 2022][3]). However, these species are typically part of...
KEYWORDS
Social sustainability; farm types; professional identities; cultural aspects
INTRODUCTION
The complexity inherent in agrifood systems challenges its sustainable transformation (Lamine, 2015). Studies on sustainability tend to prioritize objective and external indicators, often overlooking the cultural experiences (i.e. values, symbols, identities) which are fundamental to...
Keywords: school lunch programme, local farm, qualitative study, SWOT analysis, Thailand
Introduction: In Thailand, public primary schools provide free lunches for students. However, the increase in food prices has affected the management of the school lunch programme (SLP). Therefore, knowing the options for obtaining fruit and vegetables grown locally for the SLP is crucial if it lowers...
