department agriculture republic of south africa the integrated food security strategy for pretoria 17 july 2002 2 table contents executive summary 1 introduction context ifss vision and strategic objectives approach to implementing structure paper dimensions definition necessary elements efficient systems costs insecurity interventions address 3 historical origins poverty in 4 current trends national household intra challenges inadequate safety nets weak institutional support networks disaster management unstable production lack purchasing power poor nutritional status 6 priority areas increase trade distribution income opportunities improve enhance 7 arrangements issues proposed organization 8 implementation plan actions tables list
