FSAP Chapter-One Ppt
FSAP Chapter-One Ppt
Policy
Introduction
Chapter One
Introduction
1.1 Foundation, Definition and dimensions food security
Concept of Policy
Policy is a guiding principle
It is a deliberate plan of action to guide decisions
and achieve rational outcome(s).
The term may apply to government, private sector
organizations and groups, and individuals.
Presidential executive orders, corporate privacy
policies, and parliamentary rules of order are all
For the purpose of this course the scope of policy
limited to public (government) policy
From Government point of view, policy is the course
of action chosen by government towards an aspect of
the economy.
This includes the goals that the government seeks to
achieve, and the choice of methods to pursue those
goals
1.2. Agricultural and food policy
and famers’
Need to consider, economic policy, foreign policy and
environmental policy
1.3. Goals of Agricultural Policy
market incentives.
externalities.
unacceptable to policy-makers.
To avoid substantial fluctuations in domestic market prices, many
rationing.
Elements of market failure are also partially responsible for
insecurity.
The
“A FAO definition
situation of foodwhen
that exists insecurity is: lack secure
people
access to sufficient amounts of safe and
nutritious food for normal growth and
development and an active and healthy life.”
Factor that affect food security
factors.
The physical factors relate to food flow in terms of
the household.
In households where distribution is unequal, even if the measured
food deficiency.
Therefore, utilization requires not only an adequate
diet, but also a healthy physical environment,
including safe drinking water, adequate sanitary
facilities and an understanding of proper health care,
food preparation, and storage processes.
The temporal aspect of food security involves
stability, the time frame over which food security is
being considered.
Further, transitory food insecurity can either be
cyclical or temporary.
In cyclical, where there is a regular pattern of
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