CLEAN : World Bank urges support for poor as food prices soar

The video discusses the adequacy of current food production and highlights the issue of food availability, emphasizing the need for social protection schemes to ensure food affordability for poor households. It also addresses the impact of climate change on food production and the importance of sustainable agricultural practices to ensure long-term food security.

What is the main issue discussed in the first section regarding food?

• High cost of fertilizers

• Overproduction of food

• Food accessibility and affordability

• Lack of food production

What is suggested to help poor households access food?

• Increase food prices

• Implement social protection schemes

• Reduce food production

• Ban food exports

Why is it important for farmers to have access to fertilizers and inputs?

• To reduce food exports

• To decrease food quality

• To ensure future food production

• To increase food prices

What has been a significant issue affecting food production in the region?

• Lack of labor

• Climate change

• Overuse of technology

• High food demand

What practices are recommended to address long-term food security?

• Using more pesticides

• Increasing food imports

• Sustainable agriculture practices

• Reducing food variety