WSU Vancouver's Chancellor's Seminar Series ''Regaining Control of the Food System''

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"Regaining Control of the Food System" Philip Howard, Ph.D., Michigan State University Cathy Insler, Director of Supply Chain, Burgerville The paths our foods travel have become extremely complex, making it difficult to understand the values we reinforce when we purchase them. Although frequently hidden, multinational corporate ownership of the food system is increasing, even in what we consider ''alternatives'' such as organic foods. The result is less and less control over how our food is produced. To regain control of the food system, Philip Howard suggests the first step is to identify ''who owns what'' and seek out producers that remain independent and are responsive to community feedback. Next learn from Cathy Insler how Burgerville delivers on its promise of fresh, local and sustainable food offerings. Learn Burgerville's recipe for bringing sustainable supply chains to scale and how what the company is learning can be applied to other regions and industries. All lectures are $25 per ticket.