South Asia grapples with escalating levels of malnutrition in various forms, including undernutrition, overweight and obesity, and micronutrient deficiencies, alongside the increasing incidence of diet-related non-communicable diseases. Malnutrition results from a complex interplay of factors, including household and individual decision-making, agriculture and food systems, healthcare services, education, and socio-ecological systems that determine access to services […]
Report – Food Security and Nutrition in Bangladesh: Evidence-Based Strategies for Advancement
Abstract/Description Food is fundamental for human survival. The right to food is recognized as a basic human right. Food and nutrition security, a cornerstone of national development, is intricately linked to the well-being of Bangladesh’s population. Ensuring consistent access to sufficient and nutritious food for millions of Bangladeshis is a critical responsibility for those guiding the […]
Discussion Paper – Task or time? Comparing methods for measuring the gender distribution of work
In September 2024, the CGIAR Transforming Agrifood Systems in South Asia (TAFSSA) team published the discussion paper, "Task or time? Comparing methods for measuring the gender distribution of work." Abstract There is growing evidence that gender disparities in the distribution of paid and unpaid work impose constraints on women’s well-being and livelihoods, reducing access to […]
Blog – Reducing food loss and waste for climate outcomes: Insights from national consultations in Bangladesh, Malawi and Nepal
By Suresh Babu, Yogendra Karki, Innocent Pangapanga, Md Sadat Anowar, and Nandita Srivastava Reducing food loss and waste (FLW) is crucial to improving food security, reducing malnutrition, and providing livelihoods for food system workers. But such efforts are also key to combating climate change. FLW has significant environmental impacts, including greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in both the […]
Delivering for Nutrition 2024 Conference: Call for Abstracts
The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI), CGIAR, and a consortium of co-hosts from across the region and globe to co-host this year’s conference, “Delivering for Nutrition in South Asia: Connecting the Dots Across Systems.” This year’s conference will take place in Colombo, Sri Lanka, and online on December 3-5, […]
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