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Climate change and food consumption: Is home-induced food a source of resilience and vulnerability?

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  • Maruejols, Lucie
  • Jaiswal, Ritu K.
  • Sibhatu, Kibrom T.

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Global warming-induced climate change presents a significant threat to agriculture and food security, particularly in vulnerable regions like India. This study explores whether home-produced food can act as a source of resilience or vulnerability in the face of climate change. Using comprehensive national data from the National Sample Survey (NSS) 68th round and the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT), the paper quantifies the food consumption and security role of home-produced food across various Indian regions and examines the implications of climate-induced yield changes on food security. The study employs a deep learning approach to model the complex, non-linear relationships between climate change, agricultural yields, and household food consumption. Preliminary findings suggest that home produced food plays a critical role in food consumption and security, especially in rural areas. However, increased dependence on home production could heighten vulnerability to climate anomalies. While home-produced food has the potential to enhance resilience, its role must be carefully supported through policies that provide tools and knowledge for better agricultural practices. Conversely, if market participation increases, ensuring effective market functioning and affordable nutritious food becomes crucial. The study findings provide valuable insights for policymakers on balancing home production and market reliance in the context of climate change.

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  • Maruejols, Lucie & Jaiswal, Ritu K. & Sibhatu, Kibrom T., 2024. "Climate change and food consumption: Is home-induced food a source of resilience and vulnerability?," IAAE 2024 Conference, August 2-7, 2024, New Delhi, India 344295, International Association of Agricultural Economists (IAAE).
    • Handle: RePEc:ags:iaae24:344295
    DOI: 10.22004/ag.econ.344295
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