Food Crime

This insightful book examines deviance and criminality in the food system, introducing the concept of food criminology and its implications for health and society.

This book delves into the various forms of deviance and criminality prevalent within the conventional food system. The food system, composed of numerous producers, processors, distributors, and retailers, has significant and far-reaching consequences that impact both the environment and society at large. By exploring these issues, the book highlights the intricate connections between food production and broader societal challenges.

Food Crime presents a comprehensive overview of the processes and impacts of the food system that are particularly relevant to the field of criminology. It emphasizes the negative health outcomes associated with the typical American diet, including rising rates of obesity and diabetes, as well as the environmental degradation tied to food production practices. The author introduces the innovative concept of food criminology, a new branch of study dedicated to understanding deviance within the food industry.

This work serves as a pioneering exploration of food-related deviance and criminality, offering exhaustive coverage of critical issues classified as food crime. By situating these discussions within the context of state-corporate criminality, the book brings to light the responsibilities of food companies and government agencies in perpetuating harm. It appeals to students, scholars, and practitioners who are interested in fostering a more equitable and healthy food system while encouraging further research into food crimes across criminology, criminal justice, and sociology.