Tag: Fiji food security

As many as 75% of Fijian adults surveyed experienced some level of food insecurity in the last 12 months, according to a 2023 study. The issue is not just about lack of food but also access to affordable, nutritious options, posing a significant threat to public health and economic stability.

According to a 2023 report from the Fiji Bureau of Statistics, imported food accounted for roughly 20 percent of the nation's total merchandise imports, highlighting a significant dependency that raises the crucial question: Is Fiji food secure? While national food availability often appears stable due to imports, issues like climate vulnerability and nutritional shifts reveal a far more complex reality.