This article synthesizes our ideas and research results on the role of innovation in the strategies of multinational food firms. The discussion comes within the framework of relevant debates, issues and contextual empirical findings on this topic. We summarize dealing with the influence of innovation in the strategies of growth, internationalization, competition, and the procurement of raw material in these companies. Several recommendations for managers and policy-makers are proposed.
CLIL theme: 3306 -- SCIENCES ÉCONOMIQUES -- Économie de la mondialisation et du développement