Strengthening Food Security in Sustainable Economic Development Efforts

Food security is a crucial element for sustainable economic development in Indonesia. This comprehensive article provides an in-depth analysis of the concept of food security, including the obstacles and methods for strengthening food security in the pursuit of sustainable economic development. The article employs qualitative research methods, gathering data through literature reviews from various research studies. Based on the findings of these studies, it can be deduced that Indonesia's rising population growth is the primary issue concerning food security, as it leads to an increase in food demand and consumption. Nevertheless, this issue is met with several challenges, such as unequal food distribution, climate change, agricultural land degradation, and a waning interest in the agricultural sector among younger generations. These challenges necessitate the adoption of the right strategy, which includes infrastructural development, agricultural diversification, expansion of new agricultural land, and the implementation of technology, innovative crop management techniques, and training and education for farmers to boost agricultural productivity.