
How Food Travels the World
Modern supply chains allow food to move across countries and continents. They are the absolute backbone of the global food system.
These networks provide access to a huge variety of food products we rely on daily and the array of fresh ingredients we can now eat year-round.
However, transporting across the globe also consumes energy and generates emissions.
Building resilient and efficient food systems is a growing priority worldwide.
Did you know?
Food transportation alone accounts for nearly 20% of global food-system emissions.
Key takeaway
Food systems depend on transportation, but reducing unnecessary travel can lower environmental impacts.

