How do we feed the world without destroying it? | Bob Geldof

Hunger and the climate crisis are inextricably linked - the challenge is how to solve one while not exacerbating the other

Hunger is the most awful and profound expression of poverty. It exists in every country. It is something that most people can identify with on some perhaps primordial level. The fear of hunger is etched into our DNA, passed down the generations from hungry, scared ancestors. It is in our bones. It is in my Irish bones.

First, the good news. For several decades global hunger has been decreasing. This is mostly thanks to the sweat and ingenuity of the 500 million smallholders who produce 80% of the food consumed in the developing world. It is also thanks to the work of exceptional NGOs, to economic growth and to the innovation of businesses all along the supply chain. It's thanks, too, to the support of governments and international organisations. And to increased political stability in some places.