Achieving SDG2 (zero hunger) in a situation of rapid global population growth requires a
continued focus on food production. Farming not merely needs to sustainably produce …

Urbanisation is changing food systems globally, and in particular in sub-Saharan Africa and
South Asia. This transformation can affect rural livelihoods in multiple ways. Evidence on …

Most food in sub-Saharan Africa is produced on small farms. Using large datasets from
household surveys conducted across many countries, we find that the majority of farms are …

Research linking agriculture and nutrition has evolved since the mid-20th century. The
current focus is on child-stunting, dietary diversity and 'nutrient-rich'foods in recognition of …

One of the great challenges in agricultural development and sustainable intensification is
the assurance of social equity in food security oriented interventions. Development …

Under the banner of a" New Green Revolution for Africa," agricultural intensification
programs aim to make smallholder agriculture more productive as well as" climate smart". As …

National food security in countries of sub-Saharan Africa requires an abundant supply of
cheap and nutritious food for the burgeoning population. At the same time agriculture is a …

Africa south of the Sahara experienced an acceleration of economic growth in recent years
that was accompanied by structural changes in national economies. Some African countries …

Agriculture is critical to sustainable development, and agricultural production by
smallholders in lower-income countries contributes substantially to the food security of both …

Executive summary The land challenges, in the context of this report, are climate change
mitigation, adaptation, desertification, land degradation, and food security. The chapter also …