U.N. Economist and Former UNICEF Head on Developing Food Crises

The video discusses the worsening state of global food security, exacerbated by COVID-19, with factors like conflict, climate change, and economic marginalization playing significant roles. It highlights the impact on poverty, education, and child nutrition, and the challenges in food production and transport. The role of food companies and the private sector in addressing hunger is emphasized, along with the importance of reducing food waste and maintaining global trade for resilience.

What are the main factors contributing to the worsening of global food security?

• Technological advancements

• Improved global trade policies

• Conflict, climate change, and economic marginalization

• Increased agricultural production

How has the COVID-19 pandemic affected progress in combating poverty and hunger?

• It has had no impact

• It has reversed progress

• It has only affected developed countries

• It has accelerated progress

What has been a significant impact of the pandemic on food production?

• Higher food prices due to increased demand

• Increased food exports

• Disruption in crop harvests due to movement restrictions

• Improved worker safety

How has the pandemic affected the global food system?

• It has improved food distribution

• It has only affected local markets

• It has caused both demand and supply shocks

• It has made it more resilient

What is a key challenge in ensuring food security during the pandemic?

• Lack of food production

• Excessive food production

• Difficulty in transporting food to where it is needed

• Over-reliance on local markets

What role does the private sector play in addressing food security?

• It plays a significant role through partnerships and worker safety

• It plays a minor role

• It has no role

• It only focuses on profit

How can private-public partnerships help in food security?

• By limiting international trade

• By fostering development and stability

• By increasing food waste

• By reducing food production

What is a major environmental impact of food waste?

• Significant carbon emissions and resource wastage

• Improved soil quality

• Reduced carbon emissions

• Increased biodiversity

What is a potential benefit of reducing food waste?

• Improved environmental sustainability

• Higher carbon emissions

• Increased food prices

• Decreased food availability

What is a common misconception about self-sufficiency in food?

• It always leads to food security

• It is more cost-effective

• It can be more challenging than open trade

• It is the best solution for all countries