Abstract
Lela Aduashvili
E-mail: lela.aduashvili@tsu.ge
Phd Student, Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University
Tbilisi, Georgia
https://orcid.org/0009-0008-4732-7007
Abstract: In the article, based on the official data of international organizations and the analysis of scientific publications published around the issue, the relevance of food security is substantiated.
The historical importance of food security as an object of scientific research and study is discussed. The main causes of food insecurity are highlighted and its possible consequences are identified.
In the paper, the impact of global crises of the 21st century on food security is evaluated. Due to the severity of the problem, the need for sustainable development of the food system is substantiated, where a decisive role is assigned to technological development. In the mentioned process, the current situation in Georgia is assessed and the main challenges facing the country are identified.
In addition, in the process of ensuring food security, the feasibility of developing digital supply networks is substantiated. In particular, against the background of the analysis of the uncertainties formed as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic and the accompanying crises, the shortcomings of the traditional food supply chains are presented and the need to replace them is confirmed.
In the research process, based on statistical data, the level of food insecurity by region is studied. Its connection with the level of technological development of the countries is highlighted.
On the basis of bibliographic research, the views of scientists in solving food security problems in the conditions of the development of the digital economy are evaluated. It is established that the solution to the issue requires the active participation and consolidated action of the developed world. The focus is on the role and importance of the private sector. At the same time, the current tendency towards solving the problem, in the form of developing urban food security strategies, has been identified.
In the paper, based on the analysis of theoretical-methodological and statistical data, conclusions are developed and recommendations for overcoming problems are proposed through digital development.
Publisher
Batumi Navigation Teaching University
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