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IN 30: Food Scarcity and Insecurity

By CFIN Newsdesk posted 10-02-2023 08:00

  

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Sometimes, all it takes is 30 minutes to learn the ins and outs of new food technologies and trends that are transforming the food and beverage industry. In this series, we’ll dig into a food innovation topic and link you to content and resources so you can become a master on the topic in 30 minutes (or less!). 

 

This week, we’re looking at the issues of food scarcity and insecurity in Canada and around the world, and some of the ways organizations, businesses and technology are helping to address these challenges. 

 

The Overview 

 

Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations Hunger and Food Insecurity 

A definition of food insecurity, world hunger and the consequences of malnutrition. The FAO explains the relation between food insecurity and hunger. 

 

Innovative businesses are finding ways to leverage new technology, machine learning and AI to address global food insecurity. 

 

The World BankFood Security Update 

An update on international food inflation and other issues affecting nutrition security. 

 

The Canadian Connection 

 

Innovation, leveraging technology and using analytic insights are ways Canada can produce more food domestically and help combat food insecurity. 

 

University of TorontoHousehold Food Insecurity in Canada 

An overview of how food insecurity affects Canadian households, and what can be done to reduce food scarcity in Canada. The University’s most recent study on food insecurity in Canada was released in May 2023.  

 

Niriqatiginnga The Niriqatiginnga project explores northern food supply chains and food insecurity through arts and cultural entrepreneurship, emerging technologies and traditional knowledge. 

 

Social Media 

 

@foodbankscanada – (Instagram) FoodBanksCanada produces an annual HungerCount report. 

 

Food Secure Canada – (LinkedIn) Food Secure is an alliance of organizations and individuals working together to advance food security and sovereignty in Canada. 

 

Global Agriculture & Food Security Program – (Twitter/X) GAFSP funds public and private sector projects around the world that support farmers, businesses and countries in fighting hunger and malnutrition. 

 

Overtime  

 

If you’ve got more than 30 minutes, these are for you: 

 

The FoodLink app from United Way BC connects food suppliers with non-profits, making it easier for food banks to access the supplies they need. 

 

AI, connectivity, increased data and other technology are helping in the fight against food insecurity around the world. 

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