Senegal- Food Insecurity and the Need for Agricultural Reform John Hennessy
Senegal is a very food insecure country. This is nothing new. Senegal has struggled with food security since its independence in 1960. The roots of Senegal’s food insecurity can be traced to the economic and agricultural policies instituted by its colonial ruler France. Senegal’s continuation of French colonial style agricultural policies and increasing dependence on foreign cereal imports combined with a wide range of threats posed by climate change could spell crisis for Senegal in the near future. This paper will explore Senegal’s food security issues and make policy recommendations that will allow Senegal to finally become food secure.
Senegal- Food Insecurity and the Need for Agricultural Reform John Hennessy
Senegal is a very food insecure country. This is nothing new. Senegal has struggled with food security since its independence in 1960. The roots of Senegal’s food insecurity can be traced to the economic and agricultural policies instituted by its colonial ruler France. Senegal’s continuation of French colonial style agricultural policies and increasing dependence on foreign cereal imports combined with a wide range of threats posed by climate change could spell crisis for Senegal in the near future. This paper will explore Senegal’s food security issues and make policy recommendations that will allow Senegal to finally become food secure.
