Food Security
Securing the Global Food Supply
Global demand for food, water, and energy is rising rapidly. Over the next two decades, the world will need 50% more food, 40% more energy, and 35% more water to support a growing population—while facing worsening soil loss, climate disruptions, and supply chain instability.
Georgetown University is responding to these challenges by assembling a multidisciplinary team of global partners with expertise across the full food system—from pre-harvest to consumption, and from data science to on-the-ground agricultural practice.
Together, we are advancing research and training programs to strengthen food security and build resilience into the global food supply chain.
The Team: A Global Research Consortium
- Campden BRI brings deep industry knowledge, research infrastructure, and professional training for the commercial food sector
- Cranfield University is a leader in agrifood systems and food informatics
- CABi supports farmers in the developing world with tools to address invasive species and plant health
- University of Maryland, Eastern Shore contributes expertise in precision agriculture, remote sensing, and big data
- Georgetown University offers global policy insight and access to international food data systems
Research
Our team is applying the AvesTerra framework to map and analyze global food supply chains—tracking how factors like climate change, civil unrest, and market shocks affect the movement of food worldwide. We’re building tools and models to support data-driven decision-making in both policy and industry.
Education
We are also developing professional training programs to equip food industry leaders with the skills to apply advanced food informatics tools—enhancing their ability to manage risk, improve operations, and understand global trends.
Outcomes
Work in progress.