Memorandum submitted by Professor Tim
Lang (SFS 76)
The UK government should adopt a new definition
of sustainable food security, as: "the use of measures in
pursuit of policies to promote a food system, locally, nationally
and globally:
— where the core goal is to feed everyone
sustainably, equitably and healthily;
— which meets culturally appropriate goals
of suitability, availability and accessibility;
— which is diverse, ecologically-sound
and resilient in the face of increasing environmental, economic
or social volatility and creates robust and sufficient supply
systems and stocks;
— whose principles and mode of operation
can be maintained for the long term, thereby enhancing not just
protecting the land's productive capacity; and
— which builds the capacities and skills necessary
for future generations."
March 2009
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