Nutrition Sensitive Agriculture Tool (Nutri-SAT) Ethiopian Pilot Study

Background The relationship between agriculture and nutrition extends throughout the various stages of the food value chain, from production to markets and on to final usage by the food consumer. However, improvements along the value chain which increase income, food production and market availability do not ensure that nutritionally vulnerable populations will consume more nutritious foods, let alone experience improved nutritional status. While recent years have seen successes in increased agricultural production and improved linkages along the value chain, most agriculture programs have had limited to no impact on reducing malnutrition. This is because they often do not address the underlying determinants of nutritional status such as the consumption of required micro and macronutrients, quality of care practices, the surrounding hygiene and sanitation environment, and availability of health services.