Industrial Food System

The industrial food system is a large-scale method of producing, processing, and distributing food efficiently to meet global demand. It relies on factory farms, extensive use of chemicals, preservatives, and technology to maximize yields and reduce costs. While it enables widespread access to affordable food, it often involves practices that can impact health, the environment, and animal welfare. This system emphasizes efficiency and volume over local or traditional methods, leading to complex supply chains that deliver food from farm to table quickly and in large quantities.