Food Policy Councils Have Six Functions:

1. To serve as forums for discussing and advancing food issues
2. To advance scientific investigation and research which can support
behavioral and nutritional change leading to new knowledge and improved health for people
3. To foster coordination between sectors in the food system
4. To evaluate, advance, prepare and/or influence policy
5. To launch or support programs and services that address needs, advance knowledge and promote integration of the food system leading to positive results
6. To promote the healthy food, health, and well-being movement which honors and influences every part of the food system