Case Studies in Food Retailing and Distribution aims to close the gap between academic researchers and industry professionals through the presentation of ‘real world’ scenarios and the application of field-based research. The book provides contemporary explorations of food retailing and consumption from various contexts around the globe.
Using a case study lens, successful examples of practice are provided and areas for further theoretical investigation are offered.
Coverage includes:

• the impact of retail concentration and the ongoing relevance of independent retailing
• how social forces impact upon food retailing and consumption
• trends in organic food retailing and distribution
• discussion of how wellbeing and sustainability have impacted the sector
• perspectives on the future of food retailing and distribution

This book is a volume in the Consumer Science and Strategic Marketing series.

• Addresses business problems in in food retail and distribution
• Includes pricing and supply chain management
• Discusses food retailing in urban and rural settings
• Covers both global distribution and entry in developing nations
• Features real-world case studies that demonstrate what does and does not