Richter, Sebastian; Müller, Adrian; Stolze, Matthias; Schneider, Isabelle and Schader, Christian (2022) Acceptance of Meat Reduction Policies in Switzerland. iScience, Review, pp. 1-26. [In Press]
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Summary
The planetary boundaries call for a transformation of food systems in high-income countries. A controversially discussed topic in this context is the implementation of policy measures for reducing meat consumption. The successful introduction and long-term implementation of such measures depends on their societal acceptance. The aim of this study was to analyze the acceptance of different policy measures affecting meat consumption in Switzerland. We conducted qualitative interviews with leading stakeholders and elaborated 37 policy measures for reducing meat consumption. In a standardized survey, we analyzed the acceptance of these measures as well as important preconditions for their implementation. Measures with potentially biggest direct leverage, such as a VAT increase on meat products, are found to have only low stakeholder acceptance. We found high levels of acceptance for measures that do not directly affect meat consumption, but have the potential for significant changes in meat consumption attitudes and behavior in the longer run – like research investment and sustainable diet education. Furthermore, some measures with considerable short-term effects were widely accepted (stricter animal welfare standards, ban of meat advertisements). These measures could be a promising starting point for policy makers aiming at a transformation of the food system towards lower levels of meat consumption.
| EPrint Type: | Journal paper |
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| Keywords: | Meat consumption, food policy, sustainable food system, stakeholder acceptance, food system transformation, policy instrument, policy development, Abacus, FiBL35152 |
| Agrovoc keywords: | Language Value URI English food policies http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_3023 English food systems http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_bea5db85 English sustainability http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_33560 English consumption http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_1827 |
| Subjects: | Values, standards and certification > Consumer issues Food systems > Policy environments and social economy |
| Research affiliation: | Switzerland > FiBL - Research Institute of Organic Agriculture Switzerland > Society > Agri-food policy > Policy development |
| DOI: | 10.2139/ssrn.4197390 |
| Deposited By: | Forschungsinstitut für biologischen Landbau, FiBL |
| ID Code: | 44661 |
| Deposited On: | 23 Nov 2022 09:54 |
| Last Modified: | 29 Mar 2023 09:03 |
| Document Language: | English |
| Status: | In Press |
| Refereed: | Submitted for peer-review but not yet accepted |
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