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Fruit and vegetable consumption is below the WHO recommendations, globally, in Southeast Asia, and in West Africa. Affordability, accessibility, and acceptability are the main drivers of consumption. Nutrition-sensitive food...

This study aims to provide an analysis of nutrition-sensitive public expenditure in the food and agriculture sector in Ethiopia, to inform and support the optimization of spending in the agrifood sector and increase the availability and affordability...

For centuries, neglected and under-utilized species (NUS) have been grown for their food, fiber, fodder, oil, and medicinal properties. Sometimes known as forgotten foods, they...

Overview: Food security is still a significant challenge in developing and emerging countries, and sustainable foods are currently in demand. This systematic review explores the potential of Neglected and Underutilized...

Overview: This publication explores the biodiversity, utilization, and conservation of traditional leafy vegetables (TLVs) in Africa, with a focus on five countries: Botswana, Cameroon, Kenya, Senegal, and Zimbabwe. The study...

Rwanda has made significant strides in improving its food systems, with notable progress in reducing malnutrition and stunting, especially among children. Stunting rates declined...

Unhealthy diets, including low fruit and vegetables (F&V) intake, contribute to morbidity and mortality related to non-communicable diseases. Designing culturally appropriate interventions to improve diets...

This study aims to investigate the repercussions of climate change on crop production, focusing on cereals, pulses, oilseeds, and vegetables, and explore factors that influence crop productions in major agricultural...

Key Findings: In Benin, undernutrition and micronutrient deficiencies are prevalent, and the prevalence of overweight and obesity is increasing. Diets in Benin have declined in quality over time, particularly...

This report provides an analysis of food price trends for the third quarter of 2024, covering the period from July to September. During this quarter, two rounds of data were collected...