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Enhancing Food Systems for Improved Food Security and Job Creation

The importance of improving food systems to achieve sustainable development goals and enhance food security and job creation. It covers topics such as the current food systems, the impact of these systems, jobs in the food systems value chain, and key recommendations.

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Determinants of Maize Yield Variation in Zambian Smallholder Farming

Explore factors influencing maize productivity in Zambia, aiming to enhance smallholder agricultural efficiency. Investigate yield differences at distinct points using panel quantile regression. Objectives include assessing input profitability and strategies for boosting maize output.

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BSc Food Science & Human Nutrition Programme Overview

This BSc Food Science & Human Nutrition programme at Maynooth University offers a comprehensive understanding of nutrition, biology, and chemistry as applied to food. With a focus on ingredients, production, products, and nutrition, students explore various aspects of food science including food saf

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Understanding the Role of Security Champions in Organizations

Security Champions play a vital role in decision-making concerning security engagement, acting as a core element in security assurance processes within a team. They foster a security culture, reduce dependency on the CISO, and promote responsible autonomy and continuous security education in the org

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Impact of Unilateral Coercive Measures on Food Security and Human Rights

This presentation by Prof. Alena Douhan, the UN Special Rapporteur, addresses the negative impact of unilateral coercive measures on food security and the enjoyment of human rights. It delves into the consequences of over-compliance with sanctions, challenges in delivering food and agricultural esse

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Role of Microorganisms in Food and Industry

Microorganisms play a crucial role in the food and industrial sectors, both benefiting and causing harm. They are involved in processes such as organic compound transformation, fermentation, and food production. While beneficial microorganisms contribute to the creation of various useful food produc

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Food Security and Livelihoods Workshop in Northwest Syria - Highlights and Case Studies

Explore key remarks on changes in food security, impact of assistance, and earthquake consequences presented at the Food Security and Livelihoods Workshop in Northwest Syria. Discover insights on food secure and severely food insecure areas, along with case studies on intervention effectiveness and

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How are plant essential oils valuable as functional ingredients

Food Research Lab is one of the leading food industry consultants and offers various food production services. We provide food production and food manufacturing consultancy services to food, beverage and nutraceutical companies. Primary food production involves everything from food procurement, inve

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Impact of Post-Harvest Equipment in Senegal on Rural Food Security

The paper explores the impact of post-harvest equipment provided through the Emergency Community Development Program (PUDC) on food security in rural households in Senegal. It addresses the challenges of hunger and food insecurity, reviews the methodology, and discusses how PUDC aims to improve food

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Understanding the Roles of a Security Partner

Learn about the roles and responsibilities of a Security Partner, including requesting changes to security roles, approving security requests, and initiating access requests. Explore the overview of Workday Security, the security access request process, and the pre-request process flow. Discover how

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Overview of Food Price Trends and Consumer Expenditures in the US

The presentation highlights the consumer spending on food, food price trends over time, 2021 food prices, and forecasts for 2022 in a historical context. It emphasizes that U.S. consumers spent 12% of their expenditures on food in 2020, aligning with historical averages. Food price inflation remaine

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Addressing Food Poverty and Hunger: Public Health Initiatives

Public Health plays a crucial role in combating food poverty by addressing factors such as lack of access to healthy food, inadequate cooking skills, and economic limitations. Issues like irregular work schedules, limited nutritious food choices, and stigma associated with food insecurity further co

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Enterprise Zambia Challenge Fund - Supporting Sustainable Agriculture

Enterprise Zambia Challenge Fund, implemented by Self Help Africa with support from the European Union and the Government of Zambia, aims to integrate smallholder farmers into sustainable value chains in Zambia. The project provides economic, nutrition, and technical support to agri-enterprises, wit

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Importance of Nutrition in Food Security: Evidence from Bangladesh

Nutrition plays a crucial role in food security as it ensures access to adequate food for a healthy life. Effective biological utilization of food is essential along with availability and access. Investments in nutrition have high returns, with Bangladesh showing success in reducing stunting rates.

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Food Security and Nutrition Monitoring Survey Round 22 Trends

The Food Security and Nutrition Monitoring Survey (FSNMS) Round 22 conducted in June-July 2018 indicates a significant increase in the population in need of humanitarian assistance since August 2012. The survey outlines trends in household food security, food consumption groups, and objectives of FS

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Food Equipment Usage Guidelines for Safe Food Handling

Enhance your knowledge on using equipment for making food with proper safety procedures. Learn about essential points like wearing protective gear, checking hot food temperatures, food safety principles, and sanitization requirements. Understand machine settings, food temperature checks, and serving

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National Food Reserve Agency (NFRA): Enhancing Food Security in Nigeria

The National Food Reserve Agency (NFRA) under the Federal Ministry of Agriculture & Water Resources plays a crucial role in addressing agricultural production, storage, and marketing challenges in Nigeria. With a vision to ensure sustainable food access for all Nigerians and become a global food pro

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Challenges in Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security in Developed Nations

The causes of food insecurity in developed nations include demographic shifts, population growth, and economic development leading to an increasing global demand for food. Changes in dietary preferences towards more resource-intensive food items like meat are impacting agricultural output and natura

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Best Practices for Food Preparation to Ensure Food Safety

This chapter highlights essential practices for prepping food to prevent cross-contamination and time-temperature abuse in a food service setting. Topics covered include safe methods for thawing food, cooking temperatures, microwave cooking, informing consumers of risks, requirements for partially c

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Understanding Resilience in Food Security Shocks

Resilience in the context of food security shocks involves the ability of individuals, households, communities, and systems to bounce back and recover from various stressors. This resilience is crucial in regions facing continuous crises like the Horn of Africa and the Sahel, where factors beyond we

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Enhancing Agricultural Resilience and Livelihoods in Bhutan

The Kingdom of Bhutan Commercial Agriculture and Resilient Livelihoods Enhancement Programme (CARLEP) aims to increase smallholder farmers' incomes and reduce poverty through climate-resilient agricultural production. CARLEP builds on IFAD's longstanding partnership with the Royal Government of Bhut

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Exploring Food Science and Technology in Modern Society

Delve into the world of food science and technology with insights on what scientists do, the importance of understanding food, definitions of food science and food technology, factors affecting food spoilage, and traditional and modern food processing technologies. Gain knowledge on testing hypothes

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Food Safety Practices in Service Industry

This chapter focuses on the essential food safety practices in the service industry, covering topics such as time and temperature requirements for holding food, ways to prevent time-temperature abuse and cross-contamination, minimizing bare-hand contact with food, preventing staff and customers from

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Sociocultural Dynamics of Food (In)security Among Farm Households in Oyo State, Nigeria

This doctoral dissertation seminar explores the sociocultural dynamics of food security among farm households in Oyo State, Nigeria. It delves into demographic characteristics, food production and consumption patterns, socio-cultural drivers of behaviors, and factors influencing food security. The s

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Brookfield Community Food Cupboard: Addressing Food Insecurity at Brookfield High School

Brookfield Community Food Cupboard is a project aiming to provide food security to individuals and families in the Riverside Park/Hunt Club area, including students and families served by Brookfield High School. The initiative seeks to supplement existing food security programs by offering a day's w

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Enhancing Climate Information Dissemination to Smallholder Farmers in Malawi and Tanzania

Lessons learned from the Global Framework for Climate Services (GFCS) on disseminating Climate Information Services (CIS) to smallholder farmers in Malawi and Tanzania highlighted the importance of multi-stakeholder partnerships in improving access to climate information. The advantages include a ho

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Addressing Food Poverty: Children's Right to Food Charter and Social Supermarket Models

The initiative focuses on implementing the Children's Right to Food Charter to combat food poverty among vulnerable children. It includes introducing projects like the Children's Right to Food Project in partnership with schools and community organizations. Key aspects involve improving access to nu

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Addressing the Global Food Crisis: Insights on Food Prices, Diet Costs, and Affordability

The ongoing global food crisis is severe, as indicated by the rise in retail food prices worldwide. Various organizations are now focusing on using food prices to target social assistance and improve food security. Monitoring nutrition security through the affordability of healthy diets has become a

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Food Safety and Preventing Food-borne Illness

This lesson focuses on the importance of food safety, addressing how clean our food is and at what points safety can be compromised. It delves into common types of microbes that contaminate foods and explores ways in which food safety can be compromised. The activity involves case studies on food sa

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Mastering Good Food Hygiene and Storage Practices

Understanding food spoilage causes, common food-poisoning bacteria, conditions for bacterial growth, ways to prevent food contamination, safe food handling practices, HACCP concept, types of perishable foods, importance of proper food storage, packaging materials for food, and recognizing signs of f

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Understanding Farmer Organizations and Smallholder Farmers in Agroecology

Exploring various types of farmer organizations, their purposes, and impacts on smallholder farmers in agroecology. A discussion on organizational forms, interventions, challenges faced by smallholders, and the importance of collaboration in achieving collective benefits.

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Impact of Economic Sanctions on Food Prices & Security: Analysis & Mechanisms

Discussing the impact of economic sanctions on food prices and food security, this study by S. K. Afesorgbor et al. explores various effects and mechanisms involved. Analyzing data from 99 developing countries, the research finds that sanctions inflate food prices by 1.4-2.3% and worsen food securit

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Understanding Food Security and Social Welfare Administration

Food security is crucial for ensuring all individuals have access to enough nutritious food for an active, healthy life. Social welfare policies such as MNREGA play a vital role in addressing food security issues globally. The concepts of household food security, resilience to supply disruptions, an

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Enhancing Resilience in African Smallholder Farming: A Collaborative Approach

The project, led by the University of Zimbabwe in partnership with SOFECSA and the University of Wageningen, aims to address the lack of resilience in African smallholder farming to climate change pressures. Focused on sustainable food security and livelihoods in Southern Africa, initiatives such as

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Understanding the Interconnectedness of Housing Stability and Food Security

Explore the integral relationship between stable housing, food security, poverty, and income. Learn about the definition and characteristics of food security, causes and consequences of food insecurity, and strategies to address rural hunger. Gain insights into how promoting stability and resilience

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Investigating the Translation of Science in AgriFoSe2030: A Path to Ending Hunger

Cheryl Sjöström, PhD, is leading a research effort within AgriFoSe2030 to address the challenge of science communication in achieving smallholder food security. The focus is on mobilizing knowledge to end persistent hunger issues by bridging the research-policy gap through effective communication

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Enhancing Food Security Through Environmental-Economic Accounting in Agriculture

Connecting the System of Environmental-Economic Accounting (SEEA) with Food Security Indicators is crucial for achieving sustainable agriculture and ending hunger. The FAO has developed a set of indicators to measure different dimensions of food security, including availability, access, stability, a

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Accelerating Livestock and Aquaculture Development for Poverty Reduction

The CGIAR Research Program on Livestock and Fish aims to address the challenges and misconceptions surrounding livestock and aquaculture development. It focuses on increasing productivity in small-scale systems to benefit the poor and improve food security. The program seeks to correct misconception

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Food Security Challenges in an Era of Declining Water Tables

Detailed analysis highlights the link between food security and falling water tables, emphasizing the water-intensive nature of food production. As the global demand for food increases, the strain on water resources also rises, impacting agricultural output. The competition in water markets presents

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National Food Security Act, 2013 Overview

The National Food Security Act, 2013 (NFSA) aims to ensure food and nutritional security for all by providing access to adequate quality food at affordable prices. It includes provisions for hot cooked meals, food security allowance, social audit, nutritional support for children, and various monito

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