food security
Americannoun
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Etymology
Origin of food security
First recorded in 1970–75
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As the fungus spreads into additional agricultural regions, developing effective ways to protect crops has become increasingly important for global food security.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 15, 2026
International Monetary Fund chief Kristalina Georgieva told AFP she is "very concerned" about El Nino's global impacts, particularly on food security.
From Barron's ● Oct. 13, 2026
The International Chamber of Commerce warns that shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz are brewing a global food security crisis.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 5, 2026
These weather impacts can have significant knock on effects for on crop yields, food security and economies around the globe.
From BBC ● Sep. 22, 2026
Health care, education, and food security are sometimes nonexistent in the central plateau.
From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French
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