Advances in Food Security and Sustainability
Advances in Food Security and Sustainability
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Advancements in Food Security and Sustainability,Volume Eight highlights new advances in the field, including topics such as Food Security, Diversification, and Inequality, Oil Palm Cultivation, Food Loss and Waste, and the Role of stakeholders in managing disaster.
Format: Hardback
Length: 300 pages
Publication date: 17 October 2023
Publisher: Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc
Advances in Food Security and Sustainability,Volume Eight, presents a comprehensive exploration of the latest developments in this field. This new volume offers insightful chapters on crucial topics such as Food Security, Diversification, and Inequality. In the context of Indonesia's economic recovery and high price trends, the chapter delves into the challenges and opportunities faced by the country in ensuring food security. It examines the impact of oil palm cultivation on climate change in Malaysia, highlighting the need for sustainable practices. Additionally, the chapter explores food loss and waste in Nigeria, emphasizing their implications for food security and environmental sustainability. Furthermore, it examines the role of various stakeholders and their relative importance in managing disasters.
The chapter on Indonesia explores the country's efforts to ensure food security amidst economic recovery and high price trends. It discusses the challenges faced by farmers, including limited access to resources, land degradation, and climate change. The chapter also highlights the government's initiatives to address these issues, such as the implementation of agricultural policies and programs aimed at increasing productivity and reducing poverty.
The chapter on oil palm cultivation in Malaysia examines the impact of oil palm cultivation on climate change. It highlights the greenhouse gas emissions associated with oil palm production and the need for sustainable practices to mitigate these emissions. The chapter also discusses the benefits of oil palm cultivation, such as its economic importance and its role in providing food and employment to many Malaysians.
The chapter on food loss and waste in Nigeria explores the significant challenges faced by the country in managing food waste. It discusses the causes of food waste, including poor storage, transportation, and processing practices. The chapter also highlights the economic and environmental implications of food waste, such as the loss of resources and the generation of greenhouse gas emissions.
The chapter on the role of stakeholders in managing disasters emphasizes the importance of collaboration and coordination among various stakeholders in disaster management. It discusses the roles of government agencies, non-governmental organizations, the private sector, and communities in responding to and recovering from disasters. The chapter also highlights the challenges faced by stakeholders in managing disasters, such as limited resources, communication barriers, and political instability.
In conclusion, Advances in Food Security and Sustainability,Volume Eight, provides a valuable insight into the latest developments in the field. The chapters on Indonesia, oil palm cultivation, food loss and waste, and the role of stakeholders in managing disasters offer valuable perspectives on the challenges and opportunities faced by countries in ensuring food security and sustainability. By highlighting the importance of collaboration and sustainable practices, the book contributes to the ongoing efforts to address global food insecurity and promote sustainable development.
Weight: 450g
Dimension: 229 x 151 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780443193064
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