For a century, policymakers have worked to build a global food system. But as the World Economic Forum warns that food insecurity will be a societal danger for the next ten years, author dissects the global food system, revealing why it has fallen short of its promise to ensure food security for all. Drawing on a century of history, this essential book critically examines the international legal framework governing global food security. It traces the evolution of international food law and makes a powerful case that the current system is inadequate for the challenges of the 21st century. comprehensive analysis of the complex interactions between food, climate change, technology, and economic and social systems. The book critiques the system's flaws, showing how they contribute to persistent issues like poverty and inequality and create conflicting standards that disproportionately affect developing nations. This is a must-read for scholars, policymakers, and anyone concerned with the future of our global food supply. This is not just a book about law; it's a call to action.