Regulatory Policies and Trends

Regulatory processes for sustainability (bioeconomy or circular economy) cannot be managed under a single policy, but integration of all necessary policies should be the aim. Environmental impacts are typical externalities that appear in the form of climate change impacts, eutrophication impacts, or ecotoxic impacts. Setting up requirements and launching regulations within the framework of food systems should be based on principles of food and nutrition security anywhere in the world. Most consumers receive a food portion on their plate every day at least once. A food portion is the potential crystallization of a number of regulations on dietary issues, food safety, and nutrition. People are positive about incremental development of regulations as far as no major behavioral change in everyday life is required. A regional approach that promotes and ensures sustainable practices for a food system may be a workable and applicable alternative for future food production.