Food Standards Scotland (FSS) has today published co-funded research that brings consumer thoughts and concerns about food into a wider debate surrounding what our food system may look like in the next 15-20 years. The ‘Our Food Future’ research is part of a growing evidence base on the views of UK consumers on what we want to see from our food in the future.
FSS Chief Executive Geoff Ogle is attending the summit in London today (Thursday 18 February 2016) which brings together 200 experts from across the UK to discuss what the impact of changes to the global food system could be, and what we all can do to get the best outcome for people in the UK.
The findings from both the study and today’s summit are integral in informing the future of food policy, and how FSS will work in partnership with policy makers, industry and retailers.
Geoff Ogle, FSS Chief Executive said:
“This latest research is a significant step towards establishing where the future of our food supply chain is going and how this may affect consumer interests.
“The initial findings have already identified important areas, from the resource pressures needed to feed a growing population to food authenticity and health, and this will inform and support our on-going work to protect consumers’ interests in relation to food and how this can contribute to the Scottish Government’s aspiration for Scotland to be a Good Food Nation.
“This is just the beginning of Scotland’s food future and with our commitment to create a safe food environment that benefits, protects and is trusted by consumers we look forward to working in partnership with all who have an interest in Scotland and the wider environment.”
The Our Food Future summit will be broadcast live here
More Information on the summit can be found here
