A Dynamic Evolutionary Analysis of the Vulnerability of Global Food Trade Networks

文献类型： 外文期刊

第一作者： Xu, Hao

作者： Xu, Hao;Niu, Niu;Li, Dongmei;Wang, Chengjie

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关键词： global food trade network; sustainable development goals; network vulnerability; complex network theory; food security

期刊名称：SUSTAINABILITY （ 影响因子：3.9； 五年影响因子：4.0 ）

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年卷期： 2024 年 16 卷 10 期

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收录情况： SCI

摘要： The global food trade network (FTN) is a critical infrastructure for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The FTN's vulnerability to geopolitical conflicts, public health crises, and climate change events directly impacts food security and the ability to meet the SDGs. This study aims to analyze the dynamic evolution of the vulnerability of FTN, focusing on the period from 2000 to 2022, to aim for strategies for enhancing the resilience and sustainability of the global food system. Based on complex network analysis, we examine the structural characteristics and evolution of FTN for four major crops: soybeans, wheat, rice, and maize. We identify a trend towards increased network density and regionalization, with a decline in average shortest path length (ASPL) and an increase in the average clustering coefficient (ACC). These changes indicate a shift towards a more interconnected and resilient FTN in response to various shocks, including the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The findings suggest that the global FTN has adapted to increase resilience, which is essential for achieving the SDGs related to food security and sustainable development. The study's insights can guide policy interventions to further strengthen the network against future shocks and promote global food security.

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