Agrifood and Food Systems Policy Analyst
About Antony
Antony So is a London-based consultant and analyst specialising in food policy and the politics of food systems.
He has lived, worked and studied in Switzerland, Paris, Brussels, Washington, D.C, and the UK. He has previously worked with major universities and research institutes, international and national trade associations, multinational companies, chambers of commerce, strategic communications agencies and on several political campaigns.
He holds Master’s degrees from the Centre for Food Policy (City University of London) and the European Institute (London School of Economics).
Understanding the politics of food systems
People are increasingly interested in food from the farm to the fork. Where is our food from? How is it farmed, processed and transported? How do our eating patterns impact our health, the environment and other people's livelihoods?
The way we consider policies relating to food has radically shifted in the past years. Food is no longer just about supply and demand, and food policy is not simply a concern for governments. Contemporary food systems are dynamic, diverse and highly interconnected, where policymakers, advocates, non-governmental organisations, regulators and producers all have a role to play.
Antony helps clients to better understand the interconnected politics of the modern food system, consider all of the relevant actors and interests that shape food policies, and effectively communicate their priorities and concerns.
Services
Advocacy
Annual reports
Copywriting
Corporate communication
Corporate social responsibility
Media outreach
Message crafting
Policy analysis
Political campaigning & election monitoring
Press releases
Speechwriting
Sustainability
Value chain analysis
Recent projects
Assisted Emeritus Professor of food policy Tim Lang in researching and drafting a major report on UK food security and resilience for the National Preparedness Commission
Submitted evidence and recommendations on food sector advocacy and lobbying to the House of Lords Food, Diet and Obesity Committee
Provided research expertise on food sector advocacy and lobbying to The Food Foundation
Moderated a panel discussion on implications of a new UK Government on the food manufacturing industry at the 2025 UK Food and Drink Shows
Moderated a panel discussion on food security and farming transitions at the 2023 City Food Policy Symposium
Oversaw and managed political engagement and communications for the Food Research Collaboration
Previous collaborations
Contact me
How can I help you? Is there a story you think needs to be told? Are there insights or research that you need? Do you have a campaign in mind and need assistance with? Send your queries to hello@antonyso.online