Food Policy and Food Security by - University of Zambia - Agriculture-unza

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This comprehensive academic PowerPoint presentation outlines the critical global and Zambian context of food policy and food security, developed as tertiary-level instructional material. It begins by examining the stark world food situation, noting that nearly one in three people lacked adequate food in 2020, with hunger figures rising amidst the COVID-19 pandemic and projected population growth posing significant future challenges. The document details the UN's 2021 resolution and five action tracks for building a sustainable food system. For Zambia specifically, it provides a historical analysis of food policy from 1964 to 2010, tracing the shift from a maize-focused production strategy to market liberalisation and the promotion of climate-resilient crops. It critically assesses the persistent gap between national food security achievements and worsening household-level food insecurity and malnutrition, attributing this to factors like population growth, limited access to resources, and economic pressures. This resource serves as essential revision material for university students in agriculture, development studies, and public policy, providing authoritative notes on the legal and social frameworks governing food security. It is particularly valuable for exam preparation, offering clear insights into policy evolution and current challenges. Download these notes to deepen your understanding of this vital subject for assignments and examinations.