A Review of Food Security Status in the Eastern Ethiopia a Graduate Seminar Paper (original) (raw)

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The review assesses food security status in Eastern Ethiopia, highlighting the persistent challenges faced in alleviating poverty and achieving food security. It discusses the dimensions of food security—availability, access, utilization, and stability—and emphasizes the importance of understanding the determinants to devise effective interventions. A significant focus is placed on the impacts of recurrent droughts on pastoral communities, which has exacerbated food insecurity and nutritional challenges. Limitations of existing literature in the region are acknowledged, underscoring the need for comprehensive research to inform policies and interventions.