Changing Food Systems: Implications for DFID Priorities
This policy brief was compiled based on the conclusions of the DFID K4D Learning Journey on Changing Food System
Abstract
How food systems change over the coming decades will have profound implications for development goals and priorities. Changes in what we eat, population growth, and urbanisation 바카라 사이트“ along with the implications of climate change and unsustainable use of resources 바카라 사이트“ create both opportunities and risks. Growing demand for food is a significant opportunity for inclusive economic development and jobs. At the same time, unhealthy diets and environmental impacts pose systemic risks for health, human security, and stability. Realising the opportunities and mitigating the risks requires a food systems approach. A holistic view is needed of food consumption, distribution, and production within a clearer political economic understanding of incentives for change. Development priorities 바카라 사이트“ such as health, jobs, food security, poverty alleviation, gender equality, and responding to climate change 바카라 사이트“ all require transforming food systems to be healthier, more inclusive, and sustainable.
This policy brief was compiled based on the conclusions of the DFID K4D Learning Journey on Changing Food System
Citation
Woodhill, J., & Quak, E. (2019). Changing food systems: Implications for DFID priorities, Policy Brief, Brighton, UK: Institute of Development Studies.
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