The world is facing a big problem. Climate change is messing with our food systems. It's making it harder to grow crops and causing more extreme weather events. This isn't just about farmers; it's about all of us. Our food supply is at risk. Imagine this: a world where food is scarce, and p
In Southern Africa, livestock farming is a big deal for food security and rural communities. But there's a big problem: the feed for these animals changes with the seasons, and not in a good way. When the dry season hits, plants die back, and leaves fall off trees. This means less food for the anima
Rice is a crucial food source for many people worldwide. But with climate change bringing extreme weather, farmers face big challenges in keeping their crops watered. That's where technology comes in. Using thermal imaging, we can now get a clear picture of how much water rice plants need. This isn'
Agriculture plays a crucial role in boosting food security, but the link between agriculture and gender in this context is not well understood. A recent study in rural Ethiopia took a closer look at how empowering women in farming can impact efficiency and food security. Researchers collected data f
In late 2024, a significant bill was introduced in Congress by Illinois representative Robin Kelly. The Fueling Optimal Outcomes through Diet (FOOD) for Health Act aims to boost access to healthy food and reduce healthcare costs. This bill allocates $20 million to support Food is Medicine programs,
Lebanon has been grappling with a severe economic and financial crisis, and the impact has extended to food safety and security. With the economic downturn, many people are struggling to afford safe and nutritious food. This crisis has not only affected the quality of life but also the practices and
Do you ever think about how living in a city might affect your food choices? A clever study in China used a unique approach to find out. Instead of relying on guesswork, researchers took advantage of a resettlement program that was decided by a lottery. This made it possible to compare what happened
Have you ever wondered why everyone's talking about "resilience"? In the UK, the government uses this word a lot when discussing food security and high living costs. But what does it actually mean? And does it match what people think? To find out, we looked at government speeches and research fundin
You might think that how parents got married doesn't matter much for their kids. But in Indonesia, a new study is showing different. It looked at kids whose parents got married as children themselves. They found that these kids didn't have enough food and weren't as healthy as other kids. This is im
Mali strives to improve food security by boosting agriculture and water management, and diversifying income sources. While climate-smart farming shows promise, issues like scarce resources, market access, and political turmoil remain. Add to that gender disparities and dependency on foreign aid, and
