Agrifood markets are in an unprecendented state of flux, and are generating intense policy debate worldwide. The primary drivers are market liberalization, a reduced role of the state and shifts into market-driven policy, changes in consumer preferences and purchasing power rising energy and food prices, climate change and its implications, and the modernization of food processing and retail itself. The modernization of retail has been accompanied in some cases by political turmoil, especially in India where local traders and farmers feel a threat to their livelihoods. Market modernization...