Vertical Relationships And Coordination In The Food System
Understanding vertical relationships and coordination within the food system is crucial for optimizing efficiency, reducing costs, and ensuring consistent quality. This includes exploring the various contractual arrangements, strategic alliances, and collaborative practices that connect different stages of the food supply chain, from farm to consumer. By analyzing these relationships, we can identify opportunities for improvement in areas such as information sharing, risk management, and the overall responsiveness of the food system to changing consumer demands.