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Sustainable Development and Communication in Global Food Networks: Lessons From India

Sustainable Development and Communication in Global Food Networks: Lessons From India

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This book explores the role of communication in sustainable development in global food networks, focusing on organic food and fair trade movements. It adopts an interdisciplinary approach and uses a participatory method to uncover voices from various actors in the market. It highlights the importance of direct and mediated communication processes in building a more holistic understanding of sustainable development and advocates for smaller, localized projects that prioritize the voices and experiences of local people.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 235 pages
Publication date: 01 January 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG


This captivating book delves into the realm of sustainable development, offering a novel approach through the lens of communication in global food networks. With a specific focus on organic food and fair trade movements, it adopts an interdisciplinary approach, drawing from Communication for Development, Social Change, Agri-Food Studies, and Economic Geography. This comprehensive approach is further enriched by a participatory methodology, which unveils the voices of Indian farming communities, small European businesses, and UK-based consumers. Through direct and mediated communication processes, the book showcases the pivotal role of communication in fostering sustainable development. These processes encompass trade relations, self-representation, and the exchange of information and knowledge via the digital realm. By exploring these interactions, the book unveils the indispensable role of communication in constructing a holistic understanding of sustainable development. Moreover, it advocates for smaller, self-sustained projects and initiatives that prioritize the voices and localized experiences of the people on the ground. This transformative approach empowers individuals and communities to contribute to a more sustainable and equitable future, paving the way for a brighter and more sustainable world.

Weight: 330g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030461218
Edition number: 1st ed. 2020

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