Leveraging Microbial Technology for Food Security by Babaniyi, Babafemi Raphael; Sawicka, Barbara; Barwant, Mukul Machhindra;

Short description:

Microorganisms play a vital role in addressing global food security challenges. Leveraging Microbial Technology for Food Security: Solutions to Zero Hunger examines their diverse applications in achieving zero hunger with a focus on solutions that transform food production, improve nutrition, and reduce environmental impact.

Long description:

Microorganisms play a vital role in addressing global food security challenges. Leveraging Microbial Technology for Food Security: Solutions for Zero Hunger examines their diverse applications in achieving zero hunger with a focus on practical solutions that transform food production, improve nutrition, and reduce environmental impact. Topics include biofertilization, genetic engineering, waste management, and microbial fermentation for alternative protein sources.

Through global case studies, the book demonstrates how microbial innovations have improved food security and provided scalable, sustainable approaches to reducing hunger. It also explores the potential of microorganisms to diversify diets and lessen dependence on traditional agricultural systems.

Written for scholars, policymakers, educators, farmers, and students, this book combines scientific analysis with real-world examples. Featuring case studies, data visualizations, and actionable insights, it is a valuable resource for those interested in biotechnology, food systems, and sustainable development.

Table of Contents:

Section One: Global Food Hunger. The Global Hunger Picture: Statistics and Definitions. Major Causes and Stages of Global Hunger. Impacts of Climate Change and Environmental Degradation on Food Security. Global Action to End Hunger: Initiatives and Challenges. Food Hunger and Public Health – Long-term Consequences. Section Two: Application of Microorganisms and Their Products in Zero Hunger to Fulfil SDGs. Microbial Innovations in the Fight Against Hunger. Microbial Technology for Biofertilizers and Biopesticides in Sustainable Agriculture. Increasing the Nutritional Value of Food with Microorganisms. Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering in Food Security. Microbial Biocontrol: Handling Insects and Pathogens Resistant to Drugs. Microbes in Aquaculture and Livestock. Section Three: Food Security Through Microbial Technology and Sustainable Agricultural Synergy. The Role of the Soil Microbiome in Sustainable Agriculture. Microorganisms Supporting Organic Food Production. Biological Control and Biopesticides. Agroecological Farming Systems Supported by Microorganisms. Challenges and the Future of Integrating Microbiology with Sustainable Agriculture. Section Four: Microbial Innovations for Climate-Resilient Agriculture. Microbial Innovations for Climate-Resilient Agriculture. Microbial Solutions for Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Agriculture. Bioremediation of Soils Damaged by Human Activity and Climate Change. The Role of Microorganisms in Extensive Agriculture and Pasture Management. Microbial Biotechnologies and the Future of Agriculture in a Changing Climate. Section Five: The Future of Microbial Technologies in Achieving Zero Hunger. Summary of Current Achievements and Challenges. The Role of Research and Innovation in the Future of Microbial Technologies. Sustainability and Future Agricultural Policies Supporting Microbial Technologies. Microorganisms in the Context of Global Trends: Precision Agriculture to Functional Foods. Future Vision: Path to Zero Hunger Using Microbial Technologies.