Exploring Key Stakeholders in the Romanian Food Chain: An Analysis of European Influences and Local Dynamics

Bianca-Florentina Nistoroiu; Mile Vasić; Iuliana Nicolae; Vasilii Erokhin; Ovidiu Condeianu

Bianca-Florentina Nistoroiu Bucharest University of Economic Studies
Mile Vasić SRH Berlin University of Applied Sciences
Iuliana Nicolae Bucharest University of Economic Studies
Vasilii Erokhin School of Economics and Management, Harbin Engineering University
Ovidiu Condeianu School of Advanced Studies of the Romanian Academy, Romanian Academy House, Bucharest

Keywords: Romanian food chain, Key stakeholders, European influences, Local dynamics, Sustainable food governance

Abstract

https://doi.org/10.35219/jards.2024.1.09

This paper's main aim is to analyze and explore the roles and interactions of key stakeholders within the Romanian food chain, analyzing how European Union policies and local dynamics influence these stakeholders. The paper underscores the importance of understanding these interactions for effective policymaking and sustainable development in the agri-food sector. This research presents a synthesis of the existing scientific literature on stakeholders in food supply chains, with a particular focus on Romania. It reviews the current state of knowledge on the distinctive dynamics of the Romanian food chain and contributes to the theoretical frameworks on stakeholder engagement and governance in agri-food systems. By bridging European-level policies with local realities, this paper offers valuable recommendations for policymakers, researchers, and practitioners aimed at promoting sustainable development in the Romanian food sector.