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Lesson 12: Global Food Security Flashcards

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refers - to the state in which all individuals, in every corner of the world, have reliable access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food that meets their dietary needs and preferences for an active and healthy life.

It goes beyond mere availability and encompasses the physical, social, and economic aspects of food access, ensuring that people can obtain food without facing undue hardships or compromising other essential needs.

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Global Food Security

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Global food security involves a combination of factors, including ____________

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sustainable agricultural practices, efficient food production and distribution systems, equitable access to resources, stable food prices, and social safety nets.

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Global food security also addresses the challenges of _____________ in different parts of the world, recognizing that achieving food security requires not only increased production but also improved nutrition, food safety, and equitable
distribution.

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food waste, malnutrition, and hunger

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the condition of which everyone is able to access
sufficient, safe, and nutritious food anytime

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Food Security

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is the condition by which a person only has access on a regular basis, to food that are insufficient in providing the required energy for a normal healthy, and active life, provided his or her own dietary and energy requirements.

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Undernourishment

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Is achieved when sufficient quantities of food are
consistently available to all individuals within a country.

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Food availability

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Refers to the supply of food through domestic production or imports. It encompasses the overall quantity of food produced and available in a given area.

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Food Availability

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Factors Influencing Food Availability:

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Agricultural productivity
Infrastructure
Climate conditions:

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Higher yields from modern farming practices.

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Agricultural productivity

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Transportation and storage facilities that affect food
distribution.

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Infrastructure

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Natural disasters or adverse
weather can affect food supply.

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Climate conditions:

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Sufficient crop and livestock yields to meet the
demand.

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Agricultural production

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Bringing in food from other regions or
countries to meet the local shortfall.

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Imports

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Storage facilities and buffer stocks to manage food
supply in times of shortage.

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Food reserves

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Is ensured when households and all
individuals within them have adequate
resources to obtain appropriate food for a
nutritional diet.

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Food access

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Refers to the economic and physical
access to food. This dimension emphasizes that
even when food is available, it must be affordable
and reachable for individuals and communities.

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Food Access

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Factors Influencing Food Access:

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Economic factors:
Social factors:
Infrastructure:

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Income levels and food prices
affect purchasing power.

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Economic factors

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Inequalities in society can limit
access for marginalized groups.

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Social Factors

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Availability of markets and
transportation can enhance access

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Infrastructure

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Is the proper biological use of food, requiring a
diet providing sufficient energy and essential
nutrients, potable water, and adequate sanitation.

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Food utilization

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Refers to the proper use of food based on knowledge of basic nutrition and care, as well as adequate water and sanitation. It encompasses the nutritional value of the food consumed.

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Food Utilization

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Factors Influencing Food Utilization:

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Nutritional knowledge
Health status
Hygiene and sanitation

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Understanding dietary
needs and food preparation methods

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Nutritional knowledge

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Health conditions can affect food
absorption and dietary needs

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Health status

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Safe food handling and
preparation practices are essential

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Hygiene and sanitation

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Interrelationship of the Aspects

Each of these aspects is interconnected.

For instance:
Even if food is available, people may not have the
economic access to buy it. If food is available and
accessible, improper utilization due to lack of
nutrition knowledge or poor health may lead to
malnutrition.

If food is available, accessible, and utilized properly,
instability due to disasters or political conflict can still compromise the overall food security.

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The ability of a system to maintain balance and resist change or disruption over time. In a broader context, it refers to economic, social, and political stability.

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Stability

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The capacity to endure in a relatively ongoing way across various domains of life. It typically refers to the ability to meet present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

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Sustainability

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Types of Stability:

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Economic, Political, Social Stability

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Low inflation, stable employment, and steady economic growth.

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Economic Stability

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Consistent governance, rule of
law, and absence of civil unrest.

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Political Stability

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Cohesion within communities, respect for human rights, and equitable access to resources.

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Social Stability

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Three Pillars of Sustainability:

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Environmental, Economic and Social Sustainability

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Conservation of natural resources and ecosystems
to support life and biodiversity.

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Environmental Sustainability

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Development that meets the needs of the present while ensuring that future generations can also meet their needs.

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Economic Sustainability

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Ensuring social equity and justice, fostering community cohesion, and maintaining cultural diversity

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Social Sustainability

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refers to the state in which individuals or households lack consistent access to enough safe, nutritious, and culturally appropriate food to lead a healthy and active life. It is characterized by both the quantity and quality of food, meaning that food insecurity involves not only insufficient food but also a lack of access to food that meets nutritional needs.

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Food insecurity

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Food insecurity can manifest at different level:

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Household-Level Food Insecurity Issues

Community-Level Food Insecurity Issues

Country-Level Food Insecurity Issues

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At the ___________ level, food insecurity often results from limited financial resources, poor access to markets, or social and demographic factors.

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household

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What example of Household level is this?

In many low-income households in the U.S.,
food insecurity is common despite the availability

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Poverty and Unemployment

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Families with _______ struggle to afford enough nutritious food. Economic instability, job losses, or underemployment reduce the ability to purchase food, leading to hunger or reliance on low-cost, unhealthy options.

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low incomes

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Inflation in food prices can disproportionately affect lower-income households. As the cost of food rises, families may reduce the quality or quantity of food consumed.

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Rising Food Prices

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Inability to access nutritious food leads to malnutrition, particularly among children and the elderly. Households may also face health issues like illness or disability, further limiting food access.

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Health Issues and Malnutrition

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particularly in marginalized or rural areas, face collective food security challenges that stem from economic, social, and environmental factors.

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Community-Level

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Poor infrastructure in rural or isolated communities can limit access to markets, making food both scarce and expensive. Poor roads, lack of transportation, and inadequate storage facilities lead to food loss and spoilage.

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Lack of Infrastructure

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Climate change, deforestation, and overfarming can degrade land and water resources, reducing agricultural productivity and leading to food scarcity in entire communities.

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Environmental Degradation

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Some communities, particularly indigenous or minority groups, face systemic barriers to food security due to land dispossession, lack of political representation, or exclusion from economic opportunities.

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Social Inequality and Marginalization

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At the ________ , food insecurity is often the result of
larger structural issues, including political instability,
economic crises, and climate-related challenges.

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national level

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Wars, civil unrest, and political instability disrupt food production, supply chains, and markets. Conflict can destroy crops, displace populations, and limit access to food, leading to widespread hunger.

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Political Instability and Conflict

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Countries with high levels of economic inequality often have unequal food distribution. Wealthier urban populations may have secure access to food, while rural or marginalized populations suffer from hunger.

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Economic Inequality and Underdevelopment

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Countries heavily reliant on food imports may face food insecurity when global prices rise or when supply chains are disrupted. Economic shocks, currency devaluation, or trade restrictions can worsen food access

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Dependence on Food Imports

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Countries prone to natural disasters (floods, hurricanes, droughts) and those experiencing severe impacts of climate change are at higher risk of food insecurity. Agricultural production declines, while food prices rise.

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Natural Disasters and Climate Change

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Poorly developed agricultural policies, lack of investment in rural areas, and inadequate support for small-scale farmers reduce a country’s ability to achieve food security.

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Inadequate Agricultural Policies and Infrastructure

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often referred to as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), were adopted by all United Nations member states in 2015 as a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity by 2030.

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The Goals of Global Sustainable Development

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There are _____ SDGs, each with specific
targets, that focus on achieving social, economic, and environmental sustainability worldwide.

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17

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17 SDG’s:

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No Poverty
Zero Hunger
Good Health and Well-being
Quality Education
Gender Equality
Clean Water and Sanitation
Affordable and Clean Energy
Decent Work and Economic Growth
Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
Reduced Inequalities
Sustainable Cities and Communities
Responsible Consumption and Production
Climate Action
Life Below Water
Life on Land
Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
Partnerships for the Goals

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No Poverty: End poverty in all its forms everywhere,
ensuring social protection and access to economic
resources.

Zero Hunger: End hunger, achieve food security,
improve nutrition, and promote sustainable
agriculture.

Good Health and Well-being: Ensure healthy lives and
promote well-being for all at all ages.

Quality Education: Ensure inclusive and equitable
quality education and promote lifelong learning
opportunities for all.

Gender Equality: Achieve gender equality and
empower all women and girls.

Clean Water and Sanitation: Ensure availability and
sustainable management of water and sanitation for all.

Affordable and Clean Energy: Ensure access to
affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all.

Decent Work and Economic Growth: Promote
sustained, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all.

Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure: Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization, and foster innovation.

Reduced Inequalities: Reduce inequality within and
among countries.

Sustainable Cities and Communities: Make
cities and human settlements inclusive, safe,
resilient, and sustainable.

Responsible Consumption and Production:
Ensure sustainable consumption and production
patterns.

Climate Action: Take urgent action to combat
climate change and its impacts.

Life Below Water: Conserve and sustainably
use the oceans, seas, and marine resources.

Life on Land: Protect, restore, and promote
sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, forests,
and halt biodiversity loss.

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions:
Promote peaceful and inclusive societies, provide
access to justice for all, and build effective,
accountable institutions.

Partnerships for the Goals: Strengthen the
means of implementation and revitalize global
partnerships for sustainable development.

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