Uma análise dos determinantes da insegurança alimentar no estado de Mato Grosso do Sul

Abstract

This study aims to explore food insecurity in Mato Grosso do Sul, examining disparities between urban and rural areas, as well as differences among various socioeconomic and demographic groups. Using data from the Household Budget Survey (POF) conducted by IBGE (2017-2018), a descriptive study identified that food insecurity significantly affects urban families, especially those headed by young individuals, women with no formal education, domestic workers, and single-parent families with children. In addition to impacting health and nutrition, food insecurity is associated with a negative perception of quality of life and limitations in access to essential services. These findings highlight severe disparities in the incidence of food insecurity between urban and rural areas of Mato Grosso do Sul, as well as the complex interrelations among race, income, educational level, and food insecurity in the state.