Urban food systems and COVID-19: The role of cities and local governments in responding to the emergency

Food Security, Food Systems, Urban Population

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The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations created this fact sheet to create information on COVID-19 impacts on food systems. In addition, this fact sheet provides examples of other urban initiatives tackling the effects of COVID-19. Finally, being able to identify ways to support cities and local governments with short-term and long-term action is presented in this fact sheet.

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    How to use this resource:

    • To provide information on the impact of urban food systems since COVID-19 pandemic

    • To assist government and advocates in decision making and health policies in relation to food security.

    • To provide resources and planning information for cities and local governments on food security.

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