I am getting close to finishing “The Locavore’s Dilemma: In Praise of the 10,000 Mile Diet” which is a really fascinating look at the modern food system, at least in developed parts of the world. While the book is focused on food, much of what he says can apply to trade in general. Today’s quote, from the beginning of chapter 7, is a good example.
In the name of greater food security and economic benefits, countless political rulers have historically sought to increase