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Situation reports & early warning

Last updated on 27 November 2007

Role of early warning systems in decision making processes

This paper explores the role of information from famine or food insecurity early warning systems in decision making by governments, donors, NGOs and local communities. (ODI: 2000) More info >>

Famine Early Warning Systems Network (FEWS NET)

This system aims to help aid practitioners and organisations manage the risks and impacts of famine by providing early warning and vulnerability information. (FEWS NET) More info >>

Trade reforms & food security: conceptualizing the linkages

This report focuses on the agriculture sector and the impact that trade reform can have on its ability to contribute to improved food security. (FAO: 2003) More info >>

Food Insecurity and Vulnerability Information and Mapping Systems (FIVIMS)

A website which raises awareness about food security issues and seeks to improve the quality and access of food security related data and analysis through networking and sharing.  (FIVIMS) More info >>

FAO Global information & early warning system on food and agriculture (GIEWS)

This is the website of FAO's Global information & early warning system on food and agriculture (GIEWS). It is an open forum for the exchange of information on food security. (FAO) More info >>

Trade reforms and food security: country case studies and synthesis

This report synthesizes the results of a series of FAO country case studies to evaluate the impact of the WTO Agreement on Agriculture (AoA) on agricultural trade and food security in developing countries. (FAO: 2006) More info >>


 

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