Open AccessCritical issues facing the animal and food industry: a Delphi analysis
Author(s) -
Kevan W. Lamm,
Nekeisha L. Randall,
F. L. Fluharty
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
translational animal science
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.477
H-Index - 10
ISSN - 2573-2102
DOI - 10.1093/tas/txaa213
Subject(s) - delphi method , workforce , government (linguistics) , sustainability , food security , food industry , business , food safety , thematic analysis , population , consumption (sociology) , food processing , delphi , marketing , political science , public relations , economic growth , economics , geography , sociology , agriculture , demography , social science , philosophy , law , ecology , linguistics , archaeology , pathology , computer science , biology , operating system , qualitative research , statistics , mathematics , medicine
By the year 2050, the world's population is estimated to increase by approximately 2.1 billion people. For the sake of food security and safety, it is vital for the animal and food industry to act now in preparation for future consumption needs. The study at hand explored the most critical issues facing the field, according to industry experts. Using Delphi and constant comparative methods, seven thematic categories emerged that serve as overarching areas for attention: Industry Image and Relationship with the Public, Workforce Development and Pipeline, Economic and Environmental Sustainability, Animal and Human Health/Well-Being, Production and Distribution Efficiency, Government Regulations and Relationship with Legislative Leaders, and Relationship with Higher Education/Researchers. Findings and recommendations on how the industry can move forward in light of future challenges and opportunities are explored.
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