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International Food Security Data
Food & Beverage Consumption
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About
This dataset provides a global perspective on food production and resource usage over six decades. It addresses the critical issue of rising food prices and global food insecurity, which has led to increased poverty, hunger, and malnutrition, particularly impacting low- and middle-income countries. The data aims to support efforts in optimising natural resource use and the distribution of vital resources globally. It includes statistics on over 150 unique crops and 50 livestock elements, along with land distribution by usage and population, offering insights into long-term trends and challenges in global food systems.
Columns
- Area: Specifies the geographic region or country the data pertains to. It contains 245 unique entries, with 'World' being the most frequent.
- Item: Identifies the specific food item, crop, or livestock element. There are 118 unique items, such as 'Vegetables, fresh nes' and 'Maize'.
- Element: Describes the type of data being measured for each item, such as 'Production' or 'Area harvested'. There are 3 unique element types.
- Year: Indicates the year the data was recorded, spanning from 1961 to 2020.
- Unit: Specifies the unit of measurement for the 'Value' column, such as 'tonnes' or 'ha'. There are 3 unique units.
- Value: Represents the numerical data point for the specified Area, Item, Element, Year, and Unit. Values range from 0 to 1.96 billion. Approximately 7% of entries in this column are missing.
Distribution
The dataset is typically structured as a CSV file and is available as
crop1.csv, which is approximately 105.84 MB in size. It contains around 2 million data points, with the majority of columns having 1.90 million valid entries. The data spans approximately 6 to 7 decades and includes information on over 150 unique crops, more than 50 livestock elements, and details on land distribution by usage and population.Usage
This dataset is ideal for analysing global food trends, understanding agricultural production patterns, and identifying areas for improved resource allocation. It can be used for time series analysis to observe changes over time, regression modelling to predict future outcomes, and potentially for recommender systems related to food or resource management. Aspiring data scientists can use it to extract insights that promote the efficient use and distribution of natural resources.
Coverage
The dataset covers food production statistics globally, with 'World' being a frequent entry in the geographic scope. It spans a time range of over six decades, specifically from 1961 to 2020. The dataset also includes information on land distribution by usage and population, offering a broad perspective on resource allocation relevant to various populations worldwide.
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
The dataset is intended for a variety of users, particularly aspiring data scientists who can leverage it to derive insights concerning the optimal use and distribution of natural resources. It can also be valuable for researchers, economists, policymakers, and organisations focused on addressing global food insecurity, agricultural development, and environmental sustainability.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- Global Food & Agriculture Statistics
- World Food Production Trends
- International Food Security Data
- Decades of Food Production & Resources
Attributes
Original Data Source: International Food Security Data
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