Food Security and Food Sovereignty

This set of flashcards covers key terms and definitions related to food security and food sovereignty, aimed at enhancing understanding and recall for exam preparation.

Food Security

The condition in which all people, at all times, have physical and economic access to sufficient, safe and nutritious food that meets their dietary needs and food preferences for an active and healthy life.

Four Pillars of Food Security

The four pillars are availability, access, stability, and utilization.

Availability

Sufficient quantities of food must be available through domestic production, imports, or food aid.

Access

Adequate resources must be accessible to acquire the appropriate food for a nutritious diet.

Stability

The stability of access to adequate food must be maintained over time.

Utilization

Food must be adequately utilized, including proper diet, clean water, sanitation, and healthcare to achieve nutritional well-being.

Food Insecurity

A condition where individuals lack reliable access to sufficient quantities of affordable, nutritious food.

Food Sovereignty

The right of peoples to healthy and culturally appropriate food produced through ecologically sound and sustainable methods.

Main Causes of Food Insecurity

Environmental factors, economic factors, and political factors contributing to food unaffordability and access.

Localizes Food Systems

A principle of food sovereignty that emphasizes reducing the distance between food producers and consumers.

Food is Sacred

A perspective in food sovereignty that views food as more than mere commodities, highlighting its cultural significance.

Differences between Food Security and Food Sovereignty

Food security focuses on access to food, whereas food sovereignty emphasizes control over food systems and cultural appropriateness.

Environmental Factors

Factors such as degradation, climate change, and water scarcity affecting food security.

Economic Factors

Factors including price inflation and high poverty rates that limit access to food.

Political Factors

Factors such as military conflicts, political instability, and corruption that exacerbate food insecurity.

Undernourishment

A condition where individuals do not receive sufficient calories or nutrients, showing fluctuations from 2005 to 2023.

Marginal Food Insecurity

Worrying about running out of food or limiting options due to financial concerns.

Moderate Food Insecurity

Compromising on quality and quantity due to financial constraints.

Severe Food Insecurity

Missing meals or significantly reducing food intake, including extreme scenarios of going days without food.