bridge the gap between advanced regulations and their effective implementation; however, the gap between the normative ideal and the practical reality remains significant. The continued creation of new institutions reflects a commitment to improving global food governance, but in many cases these efforts have not yet been translated into substantive changes at the level of national policies and local practices. The absence of enforcement mechanisms and the lack of a robust system of accountability contribute to the fact that international standards are not always reflected in concrete and effective action within member states. This disconnect between advanced normative frameworks and their effective implementation underlines the need to strengthen enforcement mechanisms and improve coordination between international and local actors to achieve real progress on food sovereignty. III. FOOD SUPPLY CHAIN Food law, which is constantly evolving, seeks to guarantee the human right to adequate food. In this sense, the categories of production, marketing, food safety and food security are intertwined in a complex regulatory system that seeks to protect consumer health and promote the production and trade of safe and nutritious food. Food production is the first link in the chain, where the products that feed the population are generated. It is a complex process involving a series of activities ranging from plant cultivation and animal husbandry to the processing and preparation of edible products. It is an essential activity for human life, providing the nutrients necessary for human growth, development and wellbeing. Such production is governed by rules that set standards of quality, safety and hygiene. These standards are based on factors such as the quality of food products, including the presence of nutrients, taste, texture and appearance. The quality of food products plays an important role in ensuring food safety. In turn, quality means that products are safe and harmless for human consumption, which creates a safe environment. Last but not least, producers have a responsibility to ensure the quality and safety of products. Food marketing is defined as the process of bringing products to market for sale, involving the presentation, promotion and sale of food products to consumers. In order to market products, good marketing practices must be 620 FREDDY A. HUNG GIL | ANABEL GONZÁLEZ FERNÁNDEZ
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