DVA4804
Assignment 5 2025
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Due date: July 2025
SECTION A: SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS
1.
In research, context refers to the surrounding conditions, environments or factors that
influence the research process. These include social, cultural, political, economic, and
historical elements that shape what researchers study, how they study it, and why
(RSE4801, 2023). Context is not fixed or separate from the research itself—it changes
over time and is partly shaped by the research process. Researchers work within
different layers of context, such as the personal (micro), institutional or national (meso),
and global (macro), which all interact in complex ways (Foucault in RSE4801, 2023).
Understanding context helps researchers create meaningful and relevant studies.
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, Critically Analyse the Factors That Contribute to Food Insecurity and How
These Can Be Ameliorated
Introduction
Food insecurity remains a serious development challenge across many parts of the
world, especially in Sub-Saharan Africa and other regions in the Global South. It is
closely linked to environmental, economic, political, and social factors, with climate
change playing a major role in worsening the situation. According to Qaim and
Kouser (2013), food security exists when people have access to sufficient, safe, and
nutritious food. Unfortunately, many communities lack this access, resulting in
hunger, poor health, and reduced economic productivity.
This essay critically explores the main causes of food insecurity, such as climate
change, water scarcity, population growth, poverty, poor governance, and
dependence on low-yield agricultural systems. It also reviews different academic
viewpoints, especially from Zewdie (2014), Qaim and Kouser (2013), and Jacobsen
et al. (2013), and suggests solutions such as genetically modified crops, agro-
biodiversity, and better water management.
1. Understanding Food Insecurity
1.1 Definition and Dimensions
Food insecurity happens when people do not have reliable access to enough
nutritious food. Zewdie (2014) explains that food security has three main dimensions:
availability (sufficient food production), accessibility (affordable and reachable food),
and utilisation (nutritional quality and food safety).
Insecure food systems affect individual well-being and national stability. Households
facing hunger often suffer from malnutrition, which weakens physical health, limits
productivity, and increases dependency on external aid (Zewdie, 2014).
2. Climate Change and Environmental Factors
2.1 Impact on Agricultural Systems
Assignment 5 2025
Unique number:
Due date: July 2025
SECTION A: SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS
1.
In research, context refers to the surrounding conditions, environments or factors that
influence the research process. These include social, cultural, political, economic, and
historical elements that shape what researchers study, how they study it, and why
(RSE4801, 2023). Context is not fixed or separate from the research itself—it changes
over time and is partly shaped by the research process. Researchers work within
different layers of context, such as the personal (micro), institutional or national (meso),
and global (macro), which all interact in complex ways (Foucault in RSE4801, 2023).
Understanding context helps researchers create meaningful and relevant studies.
DISCLAIMER & TERMS OF USE
Educational Aid: These study notes are intended to be used as educational resources and should not be seen
as a replacement for individual research, critical analysis, or professional consultation. Students are encouraged
to perform their own research and seek advice from their instructors or academic advisors for specific
assignment guidelines.
Personal Responsibility: While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the
information in these study notes, the seller does not guarantee the completeness or correctness of all content.
The buyer is responsible for verifying the accuracy of the information and exercising their own judgment when
applying it to their assignments.
Academic Integrity: It is essential for students to maintain academic integrity and follow their institution's
policies regarding plagiarism, citation, and referencing. These study notes should be used as learning tools and
sources of inspiration. Any direct reproduction of the content without proper citation and acknowledgment may
be considered academic misconduct.
Limited Liability: The seller shall not be liable for any direct or indirect damages, losses, or consequences
arising from the use of these notes. This includes, but is not limited to, poor academic performance, penalties, or
any other negative consequences resulting from the application or misuse of the information provided.
, Critically Analyse the Factors That Contribute to Food Insecurity and How
These Can Be Ameliorated
Introduction
Food insecurity remains a serious development challenge across many parts of the
world, especially in Sub-Saharan Africa and other regions in the Global South. It is
closely linked to environmental, economic, political, and social factors, with climate
change playing a major role in worsening the situation. According to Qaim and
Kouser (2013), food security exists when people have access to sufficient, safe, and
nutritious food. Unfortunately, many communities lack this access, resulting in
hunger, poor health, and reduced economic productivity.
This essay critically explores the main causes of food insecurity, such as climate
change, water scarcity, population growth, poverty, poor governance, and
dependence on low-yield agricultural systems. It also reviews different academic
viewpoints, especially from Zewdie (2014), Qaim and Kouser (2013), and Jacobsen
et al. (2013), and suggests solutions such as genetically modified crops, agro-
biodiversity, and better water management.
1. Understanding Food Insecurity
1.1 Definition and Dimensions
Food insecurity happens when people do not have reliable access to enough
nutritious food. Zewdie (2014) explains that food security has three main dimensions:
availability (sufficient food production), accessibility (affordable and reachable food),
and utilisation (nutritional quality and food safety).
Insecure food systems affect individual well-being and national stability. Households
facing hunger often suffer from malnutrition, which weakens physical health, limits
productivity, and increases dependency on external aid (Zewdie, 2014).
2. Climate Change and Environmental Factors
2.1 Impact on Agricultural Systems
