der Lebensmittelverkehr
Translation
food trade, circulation of foodstuffs
Examples
Das Gesetz regelt den Lebensmittelverkehr.
The law regulates the food trade.
Sicherheit im Lebensmittelverkehr ist sehr wichtig.
Safety in the circulation of foodstuffs is very important.
Grammar Patterns
to regulate the food trade ((sth.)) The state regulates the food trade.
Similar Words
Lebensmittelhandel (food trade), Warenaustausch (exchange of goods)
Etymology
Composed of 'Lebensmittel' (food) and 'Verkehr' (traffic, commerce, circulation).
Memory Tips
Think of the 'traffic' or 'circulation' (Verkehr) of 'food' (Lebensmittel) from producer to consumer.