This paper proposes a national strategy to reduce the prevalence of chronic malnutrition in Peru. It is intended for senior decision-makers in the government, and researchers on food and nutrition policy, in order to, a) emphasize the importance of the problem and the feasibility of its...

The beginning of the 21st century provides a suitable milestone to review lessons from the past and set a new course for the future of Vulnerability Analysis and Mapping(VAM) for the World Food Programme (WFP) and its Partners. The new strategy outlined below maximises the opportunities provided...

Food-based safety net programs support adequate consumption and contribute to assuring livelihoods. They differ from other safety net programs in that they are tied to the provision of food, either directly, or through cash-like instruments (food stamps, coupons) that may be used to purchase...

In seeking to improve the micronutrient content of a food supplement used in a major community-based nutrition project in Bangladesh, operations research was conducted to compare the provision of needed micronutrients through additional food sources (fresh or dried fruits or vegetables), a...