Global food security with agricultural policies
The aspect of food security | Agricultural policies | Examples |
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Food safety | Regulations ensure food products are free from harmful contaminants, pesticides, and pathogens. | Food and Drug Administration (FDA), European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) [13, 71] |
Environmental sustainability | Laws and policies promote sustainable farming practices to protect soil, water, and biodiversity. | European Union (EU), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) [72, 73] |
Labor conditions | Protocols ensure fair wages and safe working conditions and prohibit child labor. | International Labor Organization (ILO), Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) [20, 74–76] |
Trade policies | Policies govern the import and export of agricultural products, affecting global food availability and prices. | World Trade Organization (WTO), United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) [28, 77, 78] |
International cooperation | Global standards and guidelines harmonize regulations to address food security challenges collaboratively. | Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)/World Health Organization (WHO), United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) [30, 79] |
Climate change adaptation | Guidelines promote climate-resilient agricultural practices to mitigate the impacts of extreme weather. | Government of Australia (GA), EU [80–82] |
Technological integration | Organizing overseas the safe integration of biotechnology and digital agriculture innovations. | Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) (USDA), EU [81–83] |
Capacity building | International aid and training programs enhance regulatory capabilities in developing countries. | FAO, United States Agency for International Development (USAID) [78, 84, 85] |