Latin America and the Caribbean Regional Overview of Food Security and Nutrition 2024
Auteur: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, IFAD;, PAHO;, UNICEF;, WFP;
Nombre de pages: 240 pages
ISBN: 9251395438, 9789251395431
Edition: Food & Agriculture Org.
Date de publication: Food & Agriculture Org.
Description: Latin America and the Caribbean have seen a decline in hunger and food insecurity for two years, driven by social protection programs and post-COVID recovery. However, disparities persist, especially among women, rural populations, and vulnerable groups. The region is unlikely to meet most nutrition targets, and healthy diets remain expensive. Climate variability is increasing in the region, affecting food security across availability, access, utilization, and stability. This climate impact reduces agricultural productivity, disrupts food supply chains, and raises food prices. Vulnerable populations are most affected, with changing diets further exacerbating the situation. Climate change is worsening food security and the causes of malnutrition.