Food and Nutrition Policy

3 Credits.

Examines the policy making process underlying large-scale governmental, bilateral, and multilateral agency policies and initiatives that directly or indirectly affect 1) the availability and quality of food and 2) the health and nutrition status of populations. Draws examples from the United States as well as low and middle income countries. Includes discussions led by faculty and guest lecturers with diverse experience in developing and implementing food and nutrition policies.