Food engineering strategies for sustainable food supply chains: Interdisciplinarity is the key

Food supply chains are the backbone of our global food systems. Ensuring that these supply chains are robust and can withstand disruptions such as climate change and pandemics is vital for all societies. Just as important is the supply chains’ sustainability, given that they are a major emitter of greenhouse gasses (GHG). To meet this dual challenge requires new, interdisciplinary strategies that draw on scientific, technical and social innovations right across the disciplinary spectrum. Addressing this challenge was the main motivation for this special issue.