Climate change and food and nutrition security

Abstract

This chapter provides an overview of current and projected effects of climate change. It looks at how climate change is impacting specific environments and populations, and includes analysis of the links between climate change, food security and nutrition. The chapter examines the impact of climate change on each dimension of food security (availability, stability of supply, access, and utilization) as well as malnutrition. This discussion includes sections on food safety, health and sanitation and a number of other food security related subjects. The chapter concludes with a discussion of adaptation and mitigation strategies for the agriculture, livestock and forestry sectors.