Impact of COVID-19 on the Indian agricultural system: A 10-point strategy for post-pandemic recovery

Article Economics

Caring more about food: The unexpected positive effect of the Covid-19 lockdown on household food management and waste

Ludovica Principato et al.

Summary: More than half of the food wasted in Europe comes from household food waste, mainly due to incorrect food management habits and behavior. This study found that during the Covid-19 lockdown, consumers wasted less food compared to before, especially among young consumers and those who practiced good food management habits. The logistical difficulties of grocery shopping during the lockdown also led to more careful household food consumption.

SOCIO-ECONOMIC PLANNING SCIENCES (2022)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Compound natural and human disasters: Managing drought and COVID-19 to sustain global agriculture and food sectors

Ashok Mishra et al.

Summary: Both droughts and pandemics individually disrupt global food supply chains. Understanding the interaction between the two and implementing appropriate policies to address their compounded effects is crucial for maintaining a robust global food supply.

SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT (2021)

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Article Agricultural Economics & Policy

Correlates and impact of crop insurance in India: evidence from a nationally representative survey

A. G. Adeeth Cariappa et al.

Summary: The study found a low adoption rate of crop insurance in India, with most insured households not receiving claims. Adoption of crop insurance was found to be associated with factors such as family size, social status, education level, etc., and had an impact on household debt and agricultural income.

AGRICULTURAL FINANCE REVIEW (2021)

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Article Agriculture, Multidisciplinary