Exploring a food system index for understanding food system transformation processes

Abstract Whereas most indicators for food systems performance only focus on outcomes, we explore the prospects a kind of Food Systems Index (FSI) that tries to capture several key components influence differences in system at country level. We outline theoretical foundations and methodological approach underlying FSI framework illustrate its relevance understanding major characteristics. therefore between regions types countries compare outcomes across different relationship other change rural economic structure. explain potential identifying more coherent policies but also acknowledge challenges further operationalization.