MEET-eaters Model Setups for Meal Selection in the Dutch Context

Initial model setups for an agent-based model named MEET-eaters, which explores two-way interactions between supermarket supply and household demand for meal choices. The model, developed by Christa Blokhuis and reviewed with experts, simulates supply scenarios and interventions to shift diets towards more plant-based consumption. The dataset is 5.5 KB in size and was last updated on May 22, 2026.

Use Cases

• Calibrating agent-based models based on described supply scenarios (unlimited, fixed, responsive).
• Analyzing the impact of supply-side interventions, such as restricting animal-based options, on meal choices.
• Simulating the effects of demand-side interventions targeting different population groups (random vs. high-status).
• Studying the persistence of dietary shifts after interventions based on the model's temporal patterns.

Strengths

• Model assumptions and development were reviewed with experts to enhance acceptance and understanding.
• Dataset is openly licensed under CC-BY-4.0, facilitating reuse and modification.
• File size is 5.5 KB, indicating a lightweight and focused set of model parameters or configurations.

Limitations

• Row count and column-level documentation are unknown, which limits suitability assessment and requires manual inspection after download.
• The dataset's scope is explicitly tied to the Dutch socio-cultural context, which may limit generalizability.

Provenance

Source

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Collection Method

Likely contains parameters, assumptions, or initial conditions for the computational MEET-eaters model.

Time Range

Model development timeframe is not specified.

Freshness

Last updated 2026-05-22 17:29:17; freshness should be verified.

Geography

The model is based on the Dutch socio-cultural context.