Food Insecurity in Latin America: Proposals Linked to Sustainable Management in COVID-19 Times

Abstract

Food insecurity in the Latin American region has become a complex problem that significantly impacts people's physical and mental well-being. The factors causing food insecurity are varied, ranging from social, political, and economic causes. Ensuring access to food is not a task with limited responsibilities; on the contrary, both public and private institutions must contribute to creating sustainable and innovative solutions. In general, it is necessary to ensure that the food system flows correctly, ensuring the availability of balanced and nutritious food for the diet of the inhabitants of a given nation. Alternative solutions apart from the government's help include sustainable cultivation, finger millet, and close cooperation with the farmers from the agriculture sector. The present research aims to consolidate theoretical information on the Latin American situation and seek the leading solutions of the parties involved.

Citation

Juarez-Rojas, L., Alvarez-Risco, A., Campos-Dávalos, N., Anderson-Seminario, M.d.l.M. and Del-Aguila-Arcentales, S. (2023), "Food Insecurity in Latin America: Proposals Linked to Sustainable Management in COVID-19 Times", Alvarez-Risco, A., Rosen, M.A. and Del-Aguila-Arcentales, S. (Ed.) Sustainable Management in COVID-19 Times (Advanced Series in Management, Vol. 30), Emerald Publishing Limited, Leeds, pp. 123-135. https://doi.org/10.1108/S1877-636120230000030018