Lessons learned globally in inclusive food security and nutrition systems at households level. 3 rd National Food and Nutrition Summit, 2014

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1 Lessons learned globally in inclusive food security and nutrition systems at households level 3 rd National Food and Nutrition Summit, 2014

2 Introduction Inclusive systems ensure all people, at all times, have access to sufficient, safe and nutritious foods for a healthy life; They ensure that vulnerable people are effectively well fed in both quantity and quality; i.e. : not only through food availability, but also through sustainable accessibility, affordability, quality and safety. 2

3 State of food and agriculture Food systems for better nutrition, Malnutrition in all its forms (undernutrition, micronutrient deficiencies, overweight, obesity) imposes unacceptably high economic and social costs on countries USD 3.5 trillion per year (Rwanda, USD 820 M) USD 500 per person (Rwanda, 75 USD) 5% of GDP globally (Rwanda, 11.5 %) 3

4 Malnutrition is the outcome of poor nourishment (inadequate, unbalanced or excessive nourishment) 1947: Half World population was chronically malnourished in terms of Energy consumption FAO, WFP and IFAD (SOFI, 2012) 12,5% World population suffered undernourishment (868 million) in terms of Energy consumption 2 billion have one or other micronutrient deficiency 26% (children under 5) stunted 31% vit A deficiencies WHO (Obesity and Overweight, 2013) 1,4 billion overweight (500 million obese) 4

5 Malnutrition (cont d) Malnutrition and food insecurity keep on being a compelling challenge in most of the African countries Yet inclusive food and nutrition systems can contribute not only to people s nutritional needs but also to national and household economic growth. 5

6 Food systems can contribute to eradicate malnutrition FAO (2012) Food system are how to grow, process, package; transport, store, market, purchase and eat our food. A food system is made up of the environment, people, institutions and processes by which agricultural products are produced, processed and brought to consumers. 6

7 Better nutrition depends on every aspect of the food system Agriculture productivity growth (availability) Supply chains (accessibility) Consumers' choice (sustainability) Institutional and policy environment International organizations, private sector and civil society involvement 7

8 Agriculture productivity growth Contribute to nutrition by availing food, Must do more: Raising income; Reduce costs of food for all consumers; Because it will not impact on reduction of malnutrition;. if not focused on nutrition-dense foods (fruits, vegetables, legumes, animal-source foods);. if not directed to smallholder producers. must raise the micronutrient content (biofortification) 8

9 Supply chains offer opportunities for better nutrition Modern food processing doing fortification contribute to nutrition; (Super)markets are easily spreading nutritious foods; The choice of consumers determine nutritional outcomes and sustainability: The system must be nutrition-enhancing food availability, sustainability, accessibility and diverfication 9

10 Institutional and policy environment Malnutrition being complex it needs a multistakeholders and multisectoral approach; Such approach requires better governance, sound data, common vision, political leadership and collaboration within sectors; 10

11 Private sector, civil society, international organizations involvement Increase incentives for sustainable productions, Trade and consumption of nutritious products Close monitoring of the quality and safety of the food products; Safety nets to ensure vulnerable people access to food in times of shocks; and Adequate government and private sector s financing initiatives aiming to develop capacities of professionals to invest into development of the food and nutrition sectors Help consumers to choose healthier diets to reduce waste and contribute to more sustainability use of resources. 11

12 Thank you for your attention Murakoze cyane Dr. Otto Vianney Muhinda AFOAR/P

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