Russia's Food Revolution: The Transformation of the Food System

The book analyzes the food revolution in Russia since the late 1980s, exploring how systems of production, supply, distribution, and consumption have transformed. It discusses the dominant actors in the food system, state regulation, changes in food trade interactions, and the impact on consumers. It contrasts the grim food situation of the 1980s and 1990s with the better situation at present and sets the food revolution in the context of the wider consumer revolution.

Format: Hardback
Length: 232 pages
Publication date: 22 September 2020
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The book delves into the profound transformation that has taken place in Russia's food system since the late 1980s, encompassing a comprehensive analysis of the shifts in production, supply, distribution, and consumption patterns. It explores the key players and stakeholders that shape the food system, shedding light on the mechanisms employed by the state to regulate food and the evolving dynamics of international food trade interactions. Furthermore, it examines the profound impact of these changes on consumers, highlighting both the positive outcomes and the challenges they have encountered. By comparing the bleak food situation of the 1980s and 1990s with the much improved food landscape of today, the book situates the food revolution within the broader context of the consumer revolution, which has permeated various sectors of the economy, including fashion and consumer electronics. This comprehensive examination provides valuable insights into the complex interplay between food systems, government policies, and consumer preferences, contributing to a deeper understanding of the evolving landscape of food consumption in Russia and its implications for society as a whole.
The book delves into the profound transformation that has taken place in Russia's food system since the late 1980s, encompassing a comprehensive analysis of the shifts in production, supply, distribution, and consumption patterns. It explores the key players and stakeholders that shape the food system, shedding light on the mechanisms employed by the state to regulate food and the evolving dynamics of international food trade interactions. Furthermore, it examines the profound impact of these changes on consumers, highlighting both the positive outcomes and the challenges they have encountered. By comparing the bleak food situation of the 1980s and 1990s with the much improved food landscape of today, the book situates the food revolution within the broader context of the consumer revolution, which has permeated various sectors of the economy, including fashion and consumer electronics. This comprehensive examination provides valuable insights into the complex interplay between food systems, government policies, and consumer preferences, contributing to a deeper understanding of the evolving landscape of food consumption in Russia and its implications for society as a whole.

The book delves into the profound transformation that has taken place in Russia's food system since the late 1980s, encompassing a comprehensive analysis of the shifts in production, supply, distribution, and consumption patterns. It explores the key players and stakeholders that shape the food system, shedding light on the mechanisms employed by the state to regulate food and the evolving dynamics of international food trade interactions. Furthermore, it examines the profound impact of these changes on consumers, highlighting both the positive outcomes and the challenges they have encountered. By comparing the bleak food situation of the 1980s and 1990s with the much improved food landscape of today, the book situates the food revolution within the broader context of the consumer revolution, which has permeated various sectors of the economy, including fashion and consumer electronics. This comprehensive examination provides valuable insights into the complex interplay between food systems, government policies, and consumer preferences, contributing to a deeper understanding of the evolving landscape of food consumption in Russia and its implications for society as a whole.

Weight: 498g
Dimension: 161 x 242 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367474249