Given the length of this list of problem areas, the need for an international, coordinated, cooperative research effort is clear. To provide economic analysis of private and public strategies in order to assess their impact on improvement in food safety and other quality attributes. New improved methodologies for analyzing changes in the food marketing system that affect economic performance. An understanding of the impacts of global changes on food system performance and the competitiveness of manufacturers and retailers. Detailed analysis of differential access to food and dietary information among different types of consumers.
Research results on commodity pricing and antitrust policies.
Roadmaps of policy options and consequences to assist legislators in policy making. Improved understanding on how consumer perceptions about food products are formed. Improved appreciation of the operation and performance of domestic and international food systems. International and local conferences, symposia, and workshops. Policy white papers.