THE MAIN VECTORS OF THE DEVELOPMENT OF FOOD SECURITY

Abstract

In this study, on the basis of a comprehensive review of scientific publications, the definition of "foodsecurity" is defined. The level of safety is determined on the basis of the structure of consumption of food bythe population, gross output by main types of agricultural products. The basic conditions and components ofthe formation of food security of the region are outlined. It has been proved that the issue of food security isa priority in the country's economic security, and the vector of the solution of the problem in Ukraine, which isthe gradual and systematic implementation of economic changes, is determined. Two criteria are defined todefine the definition of "food security": the first is focused on the import of food products, or on self-provision,the second on the combination of imports and own food products. Food security implies: firstly, the physicalavailability of food, food should be in full and in line with accepted consumption norms, and secondly, foodsecurity, quality of raw materials and food should meet established quality standards. In the course of work,the main problems that threaten food security were identified: the lack of appropriate income for consumersand the deterioration of reproductive capacity from producers. The factors of food security are calculated.The quality of individual food groups is low. The implementation of socio-economic policy in the field of foodsecurity is an important part of the national security of the country.