The chocolate supply chain exemplifies the social and environmental challenges within global food systems. Growing awareness of environmental impact and ethical production practices is increasingly shaping consumer choices and influencing food policy. This highlights the need for an integrated...

We study whether the number of tiers in a traffic-light eco-label affects consumer welfare. We develop a model in which consumers observe price, quality, and the label tier, but infer a product's environmental quality ("greenness") imperfectly. In that setting, adding a tier can improve the...

This study analyses the influence of geographical origin and taste on honey consumer behavior. First, we explore the influence of geographical origin on consumers' hedonic evaluation of honey. We then assess the influence of geographical origin and taste on their willingness to pay (WTP) for...

Effective implementation of Government Regulation (GR) No. 28/2024 on addressing excessive sugar, salt, and fats (SSF) consumption requires robust front-of-pack nutrition labeling (FoPNL) technical guidelines that prioritize public health while incorporating phased implementation. Interpretive...

The globalization of food trade has needed robust traceability systems to ensure consumer safety, quality and sustainability product. By fostering transparency in agricultural practices and encouraging responsible resource use, traceability plays a key role in protecting the environment and...