The Analysis of Food Security and Related Macroeconomic Indicators in Italy

Mariyana Opincheva

Bachelor's thesis

Abstract:

This bachelor thesis explores the relationship between food security and macroeconomic indicators in Italy. Using data from 2000 to 2020, the study analyzes trends in food availability, accessibility, utilization, and stability, as well as economic indicators such as GDP, inflation, and unemployment. The analysis reveals that Italy has a relatively high level of food security, with consistently high scores across all four dimensions. However, the study also identifies several challenges to food security, including rising food prices and income inequality. The thesis also examines the relationship between food security and macroeconomic indicators, finding that food security is positively associated with economic growth and employment levels, but negatively associated with inflation. The study concludes with policy recommendations to enhance food security in Italy, including increasing investment in agriculture, improving social safety nets, and promoting sustainable and equitable food systems.

Keywords

food security, macroeconomic indicators, italy

Jazyk práce: English

Datum vytvoření / odevzdání či podání práce: 19. 3. 2023

Obhajoba závěrečné práce

• Obhajoba proběhla 17. 5. 2023
• Vedúci: Mgr. Elena Kuzmenko, Ph.D.
• Oponent: Pavel Kotyza, Ph.D.

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague

Faculty of Economics and Management

Bachelor programme:
Business Administration