Food Production and Consumption

Wedi cwblhau'r modiwl dylai'r myfyrwyr fedru:

1. Demonstrate a deep conceptual understanding of the complex interplay between the core concepts explored in the module.
2. Critically evaluate how current markets, policies and consumer behaviour could change to result in greater sustainability in food production and resource use.
3. Critically evaluate approaches to sustainable food production and resource management using real-world examples.
4. Demonstrate a critical and deep understanding of key theories, ideas and models in sustainable food production.

This module will comprise a series of lectures, supported by interactive seminars and a practical activity. Lectures will draw on a wide variety of theoretical and applied topics with a wide use of case studies throughout. The module will be available either through distance learning or as a residential learning experience at the Centre for Alternative Technology. Distance learners will have access to the same lectures as in-person participants and take part in interactive online seminars. The practical activity will be available as series of videos and a written outline of the aim and outcomes.

To provide a world view of global and local trends in food production, trends to diet and health, and environmental quality including climate change.
To study the interplay of economics, legislation, labour issues, poverty, technology and consumer behaviour on the production and consumption of food.
To analyse how food can be produced sustainably.
To interrelate key theories, ideas and knowledge on sustainable food production.

Worldviews
food production
global and local markets
vertical integration of agriculture
machinery
transportation
economics
labour
environmental externalities
poverty
food and health
diets
sustainability
food sovereignty.

Mae'r modiwl hwn yn cydymffurfio a FfCChC Lefel 7