Global development dynamics have a profound influence on food systems, particularly in remote island regions that are highly vulnerable to global market fluctuations and supply chain disruptions due to limited accessibility and dependence on external resources. This study aims to analyze the driving forces and pressures that shape the food system of remote islands. The analysis employs the Drivers Pressures State Impact Responses (DPSIR) framework, focusing on the components of driving forces and pressures. The findings reveal that the driving factors affecting island food systems are shaped by complex interactions among demographic, socio-cultural, economic, political, and biophysical dimensions. Meanwhile, environmental pressures influencing food availability are determined by three key aspects: agricultural systems, food resources, and retail structures. Pressures on local resources arise from unsustainable practices, including the burning of agricultural waste, uncontrolled livestock grazing, and destructive fishing methods such as fish bombing. Furthermore, the heavy dependence on food supplies from outside the island exacerbates the vulnerability of local food systems to logistical disruptions and the impacts of climate change. These findings underscore the urgent need for a fundamental transformation in agricultural practices to ensure the fulfillment of staple food needs while minimizing environmental pressures and enhancing the sustainability of island food systems.
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