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The 135th Issue of G’nY is titled “Food Imperatives”. Dr Nafees Meah, Representative for South Asia, International Rice Research Institute is the guest editor for this dedicated issue. The issue argues that a new paradigm on food systems is essential if we are to meet the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. The series of articles in this issue brings together fresh perspectives from eminent researchers and domain experts on the future of food security for all.

Agriculture, Nutrition And Environment Nexus In South Asia

Food systems are at the nexus of food security, nutritional health, ecosystems, climate change, and prosperity. Agricultural policies have focused on increasing food production, but may have neglected the negative externalities on nutrition, natural capital, and biodiversity. A new paradigm on food system transformation is emerging using the concept of ‘planetary boundaries’ in defining the ‘safe operating space’ for stability of the earth system and human health.

9 mins

Poshan Abhiyaan For A Malnutrition Free India

To achieve malnutrition-free status, India’s development agenda needs to tackle its ‘double burden’ of malnutrition, under-nutrition and obesity at the same time. It is in this context that the POSHAN Abhiyaan provides an opportunity to counter malnutrition and usher in a new era in food and nutrition security.

8 mins

Food System Transformation In India

From food deficit to self-sufficiency and then to surplus production, India is moving towards a ‘sustainable’ food system. Changing consumption patterns from cereal-based diets towards more nutrition-rich commodities and increased expenditure on non-food items are all fuelling the demand for services such as education, health and transport.

7 mins

Climate Change Impacts On Nutrition: In The Indian Context

Achieving country and global nutrition targets is essential for delivering the Sustainable Development Goals 2030. Despite concerted efforts of the Indian government and its partners, malnutrition persists at critical rates. Understanding the interlinkages between climate change, agriculture and nutrition can help enhance health and productivity.

6 mins

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G'nY or Geography and You, is a semi-scientific research based magazine that is being published from New Delhi for 15 years now. One of its kind in the nation, the magazine deals with issues that are pertinent to south Asia, and India in particular. The editorial coverage encompasses people, places, environment, science and technology , with an emphasis on human involvement in a climate change scenario. Major topics include nature, ecology, economics, data and its interpretation, GIS based studies, extreme events, geographical thought, and more. G'nY today is appreciated and valued in India and abroad for its lucid in-depth factually correct articles, which is accompanied with vivid and large photographs.