A new study suggests the effects of large-scale land acquisitions are detrimental to food security and the livelihood of smallholder farmers.
The 2007-2008 global food crises, caused by escalating oil prices; a greater request for biofuels and trade decisions, triggered an increased demand for fertile land and has resulted in internationally listed companies, investment funds and private investors entering into large-scale land acquisition deals – particularly in Africa.
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