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Book (stand-alone)GuidelineNutrition guidelines and standards for school meals
A report from 33 low and middle-income countries
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No results found.Setting nutrition guidelines and standards has been recommended internationally to ensure that school meals are in line with children’s nutrition needs and adequate to their context. This report provides a descriptive overview of the situation of school meal nutrition guidelines and standards in 33 low and middle-income countries as reported through a global survey. The report identifies key aspects to consider for stakeholders who are planning to develop or update their guidelines and standards in the context of school meal programmes. -
ProjectGuidelineDevelopment of Food-Based Dietary Guidelines and Strengthening of Extension Services for Improved Food and Nutrition Security in Mozambique - TCP/MOZ/3704 2022
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No results found.In Mozambique, the most important productive sector is the agriculture sector, based on smallholdings that are often farmed by female headed households According to the Census for Agriculture and Livestock 2009 2010 the country has 3 9 million smallholdings, averaging 1 5 ha and responsible for 95 percent of the country’s agricultural production The sector provides employment to 87 percent of the total population, more than 70 percent of whom live in rural areas, and contributes 25 percent to the gross domestic product Mozambique has a very high prevalence of chronic undernutrition, with a national average among children under five years of age of 43 percent, and with Nampula and Zambézia provinces reaching 51 and 46 percent (SETSAN Baseline, 2003 respectively At the same time, the country is experiencing an increase in overweight and obesity, associated with an increased risk of non communicable diseases that place an additional strain on the overburdened health system The high rates of malnutrition are attributed to many factors, including inappropriate and inadequate food intake, illness caused by poor hygiene and sanitation and limited access to quality health services, and an evolving food environment (particularly in urban and peri urban communities) Recognizing the seriousness of the situation, the government requested FAO support to strengthen capacity and improve resources in order to promote the utilization of food based approaches to improving food security, nutrition and health.
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Book (series)FlagshipThe State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2025
Addressing high food price inflation for food security and nutrition
2025While some progress and recovery have been made in recent years, the world is still above pre-COVID-19 pandemic levels and far from eradicating hunger and food insecurity by 2030 (SDG Target 2.1). Similarly, despite some progress in the global nutrition targets, the world is not on track to achieve SDG Target 2.2. Among other factors, persistent food price inflation has slowed this momentum.The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2025 highlights how elevated inflation in many countries has undermined purchasing power and, especially among low-income populations, access to healthy diets. The report documents how high food price inflation is associated with increases in food insecurity and child malnutrition. Vulnerable groups, including low-income households, women, and rural communities, can be particularly affected by food price inflation, risking setbacks in the fight against hunger and malnutrition.In response to these challenges and to prevent future price shocks, the report examines policy measures adopted by countries, and outlines what is necessary going forwards. It stresses the importance of coherent implementation of fiscal and monetary policies to stabilize markets, promote open and resilient trade, and protect vulnerable populations. Additionally, it calls for better data systems and sustained investment in resilient agrifood systems to build long-term food security and nutrition. These coordinated actions are vital to reignite progress towards ending hunger and malnutrition by 2030.