Agricultural Investment and Food Security
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https://doi.org/10.47604/jpid.2088Abstract
Purpose: The aim of the study was to investigate Agricultural Investment and Food Security.
Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings: The study revealed a complex relationship characterized by mixed outcomes. While some agricultural investments contribute positively to food security by enhancing productivity, improving infrastructure, and generating income opportunities, others can lead to land grabbing, displacement of local communities, and resource degradation, exacerbating food insecurity. The effectiveness of investments in enhancing food security hinges on factors such as the type of investment, local contexts, and policy frameworks, emphasizing the need for carefully designed and context-specific investment strategies to ensure sustainable and equitable food security outcomes.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Theory of Agricultural Transformation, Structural Transformation and Sustainable Agriculture Theory may be used to anchor future studies on Agricultural investment and food security. Encouraged farmers to diversify their crop production to reduce risks associated with mono-cropping. Enforce regulations that promote sustainable farming practices and environmental conservation to ensure the long-term viability of agricultural production.
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