Food security in times of war

In this interview with Atef Idriss, CEO of MENA Food Safety Associates (MEFOSA), the Executive Magazine addresses issues related to food security in Lebanon given the current ongoing war.  Moreover, several topics are explored: shortages in supply, the effect on the supply chain, the quality of the produce, the price change in available produce, and the availability of products in general. As such, On October 9.2024, Mr Idriss gives some insights regarding this matter, tapping into some core issues in the agriculture and industrial sectors in Lebanon. Executive: What can you tell us about the current struggles of producers, such as farmers, and suppliers in the food chain? How is Lebanon’s food security situation in the context of the ongoing war against the country and also the border conflicts of the year October 2023? Idriss: Food security is a complicated issue because it needs to define not only availability but