Title
Methodological Guide for a Sociological and Qualitative Study of Wild Meat Consumption
Author(s)
Figuié, Muriel; Lepiller, Olivier
Published
2020
Abstract
This document provides a methodological guide for the study of wild meat consumption in the framework of the SWM Programme (https://www.swm-programme.info/). Based on a socioanthropological approach, the aim of this guide is to produce an in-depth understanding of the food consumption patterns in the zones included in the programme, the share of domestic and wild meats in this pattern, the determining factors behind this consumption, its meanings for people and the current and potential substitution of wild meat at household level. The intended audience of this guide is master students and researchers who already have a good understanding of qualitative work and need to address the specific topic of food consumption. To describe the food consumption patterns, this guide recommends focusing on the following topics: WHAT are the products consumed? WHO consumes them? HOW are they consumed? WHEN are they consumed? WHY are they consumed? These studies are needed in order to understand the numerous functions and drivers of wild meat consumption (nutrition, economic, hedonic, social, and cultural factors) and, as a result, identify whether substitution with alternative sources of food is possible, taking into account the diversity of the households and the dynamic of the food systems.
Keywords
behavior, bushmeat, consumers, eating, food, game, methodology

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