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My thought on this is that how else would you compel change in the market? I don't think any other entity could do so. Of course I am no expert in this so I am

by S_A_P 8y ago

My thought on this is that how else would you compel change in the market? I don't think any other entity could do so. Of course I am no expert in this so I am willing to listen and consider what the alternatives are. Also just want to clarify that I do not think that our state of agribusiness is perfect and not in need of some systemic change. There are tons of perverse incentives out there that have created some of the problems we face. However, I feel like a lot of that was caused by government intervention. I don't see this as a left vs right issue either, as both sides are guilty here.

jacknews 8y ago
Of course, but they don't need to plan what crops are grown, or what's on your plate. There could be a sugar tax for example. Or even better a 'health tax' pegged to a 'health index' of some kind, quite possibly with both government and private involvement. Lots of possibilities But one thing seems clear, that capitalism is ultimately only interested in profit. It should be tailored to align better with society's needs.