This diagram introduces a circular model, emphasizing the interconnectedness of different components. It adds layers of complexity by categorizing elements into sectors and outcomes.

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Key Features: Circular structure with categorized components (e.g., food supply chains, food environments, consumer behavior), highlighting interactions and outcomes. it highlights the drivers and outcomes of the food system.

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Strengths:

• Visually emphasizes the circular and interconnected nature of food systems.

• Categorizes components, facilitating a more structured analysis.

Weaknesses:

• Can still be somewhat abstract, lacking specific local context.

• The circular form can make it difficult to follow specific cause and effect relationships.

Useful for:

• Analyzing the interactions between different sectors of the food system.

• Identifying key drivers and outcomes of food system performance.

• Assessing the sustainability and resilience of food systems.

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