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. 2013 Sep;138(3):383-91.

Food production & availability--essential prerequisites for sustainable food security

M S Swaminathan  1 , R V Bhavani
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Food production & availability--essential prerequisites for sustainable food security

M S Swaminathan et al. Indian J Med Res. 2013 Sep.

Abstract

Food and nutrition security are intimately interconnected, since only a food based approach can help in overcoming malnutrition in an economically and socially sustainable manner. Food production provides the base for food security as it is a key determinant of food availability. This paper deals with different aspects of ensuring high productivity and production without associated ecological harm for ensuring adequate food availability. By mainstreaming ecological considerations in technology development and dissemination, we can enter an era of evergreen revolution and sustainable food and nutrition security. Public policy support is crucial for enabling this.

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