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Russia’s war in Ukraine has disrupted global agricultural markets and threatened food security for a world already dealing with the increasing impacts of climate change, lingering shocks from Covid-19, and ongoing effects of regional conflict on global food security.  Reversing today’s trends in food insecurity requires sustained commitment, creative thinking, and bold action across sectors.

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The CSIS Global Food Security Program (GFSP) provides cutting-edge analysis on the economic, political, social, and environmental drivers and consequences of food insecurity in the United States and around the world, to inform U.S. and global policy on these issues.

CSIS GFSP addresses food and the human condition of food security. We analyze the way food is produced, and the impacts of food production on climate change, water security, and biodiversity; food trade and its role in peace and conflict; and the availability of nutritious food for the benefit of human and economic growth. We also analyze the food security, including the conditions necessary to promote food security and the consequences of food insecurity for individuals, communities, and nations.

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The Future Appetite for Alternative Proteins

As many countries seek more sustainable and resilient means of food production, alternative proteins may offer a solution.

Digital Report by Caitlin Welsh , Joseph Majkut , and Zane Swanson — May 4, 2023

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The Truth of the Matter

Ukrainian Refugees and Food Insecurity

CSIS Global Food Security Program director Caitlin Welsh and CSIS Humanitarian Agenda director Jake Kurtzer join the podcast to talk about the Ukrainian refugee crisis, the growing food insecurity in Ukraine, and the internationalization of food insecurity due to Russia’s invasion.

Podcast Episode by H. Andrew Schwartz , Caitlin Welsh , and Jacob Kurtzer — March 16, 2022

CSIS the truth of the matter

Food Tech and Climate-Smart Agriculture

Please join the CSIS Global Food Security Program on March 9th from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. ET to examine the role of technology in promoting CSA, and the administration’s recent commitments to support more sustainable agriculture.

Event by Caitlin Welsh , David Livingston , Hans Tung , and Katie Seawell — March 9, 2022

The Truth of the Matter

Ukrainian Food Insecurity

CSIS’s Caitlin Welsh joins the podcast to talk about the impact that food insecurity is having in the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, disturbances in global food security, and what this all means for both Russia and the United States.

Podcast Episode by H. Andrew Schwartz and Caitlin Welsh — March 3, 2022

CSIS the truth of the matter

Putin’s War of Choice Threatens Food Security Worldwide

Global food insecurity is at a 10-year high. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has caused energy prices to soar and threatened global stocks of grains and oilseeds. This risks pushing food insecurity skyward—in the region and around the world.

Commentary by Caitlin Welsh — February 26, 2022

High Prices, Empty Shelves

What is causing recent increases in food prices and supply chain disruptions, and how does this impact U.S. food security?

Critical Questions by Jamie Lutz and Caitlin Welsh — January 27, 2022

Reset The Table

Responding to the GMO Debate with Gregory Jaffe

Gregory Jaffe joins Caitlin Welsh to share his expertise on biotechnology in the U.S. food system and the relevant policies surrounding bioengineered crops.

Podcast Episode by Caitlin Welsh — December 3, 2021

CSIS Reset The Table