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Food Security

The condition under which people have access to enough safe and nutritious food for a healthy and active lifestyle.

Food Insecurity

The state experienced by people who are not getting enough food to eat, leading to chronic hunger and poor nutrition.

Poverty

The root cause of food insecurity, preventing people from growing or purchasing enough nutritious food.

Chronic Hunger

A constant lack of adequate food consumption, contributing to poor health and nutrition.

Less Developed Countries

Nations characterized by lower income levels, where about 98% of the people facing food insecurity reside.

Agriculture

The practice of farming, which involves the cultivation of plants and livestock for food production.

Projected World Population in 2050

Expected to reach approximately 9.9 billion people, raising concerns about food sustainability.

Obstacles to Food Security

Factors that hinder access to sufficient food, including war, corruption, bad weather, climate change, and industrial agriculture.

Daily Survival Rate

The percentage of people living on less than $3.10 or less than $1.90 a day.

Impact of Climate Change on Agriculture

Changes in climate patterns that adversely affect food production and security.