The event, dedicated to the theme Food and Law for Rome, offers a centuries‑long perspective on the deep connection between law and food. Through a dialogue among distinguished specialists from Poland, England, and Italy, the meeting will explore the evolution of rules governing food supply, starting from the foundations of legal experience in ancient Rome. Crucial aspects such as market supervision, price regulation, and the complex logistics of provisions will be examined. The speakers will trace a narrative thread running through the historical and legal developments of the Late Imperial and Byzantine periods and into medieval interpretations.
The event will also devote attention to the management of food markets in contexts marked by inflation and speculation, offering an original comparison with legal systems that faced similar challenges during the twentieth century.
All contributions will be delivered by scholars of high scientific standing, well known for their work on Roman law, food studies, and sustainability. This meeting represents an important opportunity to explore how food has always been not only a vital necessity but also a complex object of legal regulation.
The event, organized by Prof. Federica De Iuliis and introduced by Prof. Salvatore Puliatti, is part of the activities of the Food Law History Research Group of the Department of Law, Politics and International Studies (Department of Excellence).
The meeting will be held in English and Italian.
