In recent years, food value chains have rapidly transformed, and the diet and health status of Taiwanese people have also changed significantly. Changes in the food value chain have undoubtedly contributed to shifts in dietary patterns. The World Health Organization (WHO) states that a healthy diet helps prevent various forms of malnutrition as well as non-communicable diseases (NCDs). This article focuses on strategies implemented to encourage Taiwanese students and the elderly to make healthier food choices in school lunches and elderly activity sites in Taiwan, aiming to influence demand for healthy, nutritious food through promoting healthy diets and driving changes in the food value chain. School lunches in Taiwan began in 1951, while most programs for elderly social dining started in the 2000s. To improve dietary intake and nutritional health among students and seniors, the
Taiwan is in tropical and subtropical climate zones, fostering diverse and abundant agricultural products. However, most of these products are prone to damage and spoilage during storage and transportation, leading to losses and raising concerns about food safety. In response, the government has actively promoted the industry in recent years to establish a sustainable agricultural supply chain, which is defined as the physical system for moving products from farmers to consumers while focusing on logistical efficiency. In this article, two strategies to promote a sustainable food value chain—a strategic framework focused on creating value and increasing profitability at each stage of production and distribution—are listed. By implementing “Building an Agricultural Product Cold-chain Logistics and Quality Assurance System” and “Traceability Certification System”, a comprehensive
Enhancing Sustainable Food Value Chains and Healthy Diets
9th issue
Taiwan's Experiences in Promoting Sustainable Healthy Diets Through School Lunch Programs and Social Dining at Elderly Activity Sites
Enhancing Sustainable Food Value Chain by Establishing Agricultural Cold Chain and Promoting Good Agricultural Practices