food security and strategies to ensure it: global agriculture and food security programme and practical action

Question 1

what is the global agriculture and food security programme?

Answer 1

global partnership supporting sustainable agriculture in developing countries with the intention of establishing food security

Question 2

example of when the global agriculture and food security programme was effective?

Answer 2

Rwanda increasing yields by 30%

by training communities and farmers un efficient practices increasing yields and saving money

Question 3

what is practical action?

Answer 3

showing people practical ways to overcome food insecurity by increasing efficiency and quality

Question 4

what are examples of where practical action has worked?

Answer 4

Nepal - incorporating rainwater harvesting in disadvantaged communities to save water for drinking and agriculture

Zimbabwe - zeer pot fridges making preservation of food more practical in hotter climates

Peru - installed and managed micro-hydro schemes to provide a reliable source of electricity and improving the quality of life for residents.

Bangladesh - helping small farmers adapt to climate change and improve their livelihoods by providing access to information, technology, and markets.