Vertical Relationships and Coordination in the Food System

Galizzi, Giovanni; Venturini, Luciano

New analysis and empirical evidence on several topics such as the determinants of shape and nature of the vertical relationships in the food system, the determinants of vertical co-ordination and competition, types and mechanisms of co-ordination as well as the consequences for competitiveness, consumer welfare and policy implications are provided. The focus is on vertical issues at different stages of the food chain with a particular emphasis on the increasing role played by retailers in shaping the vertical relationships in the food system through the development of food supply-chain management.

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Published by: Physica

Publication Date: 1999-03-29

Format: Paperback

ISBN-10: 9783790811926

ISBN-13: 9783790811926

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-642-48765-1

Dimensions: 235cm x155cm

Pages: 641