The vision of a world where nobody needs to go hungry and where natural resources are managed sustainably can be achieved by 2020. But achieving it will require policy action of a nature and magnitude not currently pursued by most governments. Governments must decide that creating such a world is of paramount importance and give it the highest priority. Decisionmakers in the public and private sector must join forces with civil society around the common goal of facilitating sustainable food security for all and together take the necessary steps. Agreeing that access to sufficient food to live a healthy and productive life is a basic human right for all, rings hollow if those in power do not make every effort to assist individuals and communities in getting access.
What specific actions should be taken and who should take them will vary across communities, countries, and regions and over time. This chapter identifies the policy actions that we believe developing countries and aid agencies should consider. It is suggested that local and national actions be tailored and implemented in a participatory way that includes the intended beneficiaries.
