Homestead food production in Bangladesh
Lora Iannotti, Kenda Cunningham, and Marie Ruel
Case studies:
Reforming economy-wide policies
Key period: 1990–present
Geographic region: Bangladesh
The intervention: Interventions that address poor diet quality (and related deficiencies of vitamin A, zinc, iron, and other nutrients) are important for achieving full food security in vulnerable populations. The homestead food production (HFP) program, introduced in Bangladesh by Helen Keller International, promotes an integrated package of home gardening, small livestock production, and nutrition education. This program has reached an estimated 5 million individuals, contributing to improving the micronutrient intakes of women and children, empowering women, and supporting community development.
Book Chapter:
Diversifying into Healthy Diets: Homestead food production in Bangladesh
Lora Iannotti, Kenda Cunningham, and Marie Ruel
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Discussion Paper:
Improving diet quality and micronutrient nutrition: Homestead food production in Bangladesh
Iannotti, Lora; Cunningham, Kenda; Ruel, Marie. 2009. IFPRI Discussion Paper 928.
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