HMEC 615 - FUNDAMENTALS OF FOOD POLICY

Institution:

Delaware State University

Subject:

Human Ecology

Description:

Fundamentals of Food Policy examines policy issues pertaining to the production, processing, marketing, and consumption of food. The course specifically reviews policy issues relevant to food production, food safety, international trade, sustainability of agricultural resources, food consumption and demographic changes, effects of renewable energy on food security, biotechnology, water supply, biodiversity, and effects of urbanization on food choice, nutrition and health. This course will also introduce students to the inherent risks associated with the food suplly and the use of public policy (laws and regulations) and technology to reduce those risks. After taking this course, students should be able to develop innovative ideas on how to create a sustainable food system for the increasing world population.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.desu.edu

Phone Number:

(302) 857-6060

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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