Analysis of Potential Food Security Index: A Case Study Development in Bogor Regency Indonesia

Abstract

Background: Food security is an important issue in development because food is a basic human need. The availability of accurate, comprehensive and well- organized food security information can be used to build an appropriate food security sector in the development policy system. This research aims to analyze the food security condition in Bogor Regency using the food security index, identify factors that affect food security and provide appropriate strategies and policy recommendations based on measurable data. Methods: This research used both quantitative and qualitative approaches. Data collection methods in preparing the Bogor Regency Food Security Index include interviews, FGDs and literature studies. Descriptive analysis is used to analyze qualitative and quantitative data and information, especially to examine or evaluate the problems of food security development in Bogor Regency. Hierarchical Process Analysis is used to determine the weight of each indicator when calculating the Bogor Regency Food Security Index. Results: The Food Security Index value based on availability, affordability and usefulness is 47.79, 47.79 and 86.41, respectively. Some influential factors include fluctuations in the volume of food available, difficulties in accessing food needs, and limitations in food utilization. Conclusions: Policy strategies that the Bogor Regency Government is carrying out to improve the achievements of each indicator include prioritizing interventions and programs based on the impacts of relatively high food insecurity in the form of the food supply chain.