Goods produced in one country and sold to another, such as wheat, cotton, and oil.

High-value crops not essential for survival, like coffee, cocoa, and tobacco.

Economic and political control of developing countries by powerful nations, often through corporations and trade.

Agreements promoting fair treatment of workers and sustainable practices, setting minimum prices and requiring environmentally responsible methods.

Government financial support to businesses or individuals to promote specific goals.

Basic physical and organizational structures needed for society to function, such as roads, bridges, power supplies, and schools.

Design in US, sourcing raw materials globally, manufacturing in countries like China and Vietnam, shipping to global distribution centers, delivery to customer.

A complex web of economic, social, and environmental factors shaping how food is produced, distributed, and consumed worldwide.

The networks of organizations, people, activities, information, and resources involved in getting goods from raw materials to consumers.

Developed countries (North) often export food to developing countries (South), creating dependencies.

Urban areas have better access to diverse foods than isolated rural areas.

Wealthier populations have access to higher-quality food compared to poorer populations.

High food trade within regions, like the EU.