The problem of food security in Russia

Abstract

© 2015, Mediterranean Center of Social and Educational Research. All rights reserved. Food security is defined as the constant availability of enough food for an active, healthy life for all people. Food, its production, distribution, exchange and consumption are an important part of the functioning of the global economic system, occupy a special place in the priorities of world politics. In today’s world, agriculture remains an important source of income, employment and foreign trade. Even in countries in which the share of agriculture in GDP is small, consider this sector of the economy is important and pay him much attention.