Unhealthy foods, non-communicable diseases and the right to health 2014, para. 20
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Procurement policies could be used to encourage farmers to produce fruits and vegetables, guaranteeing profits and making more nutritious diets affordable for low-income groups. For instance, some countries procure food grains at market rates directly from farmers that they then sell to low-income groups at affordable rates, balancing the interests of the farmer and a vulnerable group. Another measure adopted by States has been to encourage localized farming and then procure the produce for schools. This not only enhances local economic development, but also ensures the reduction of unhealthy foods among schoolchildren.
Legal status
Non-negotiated soft law
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Special Rapporteur on the right of everyone to the enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of physical and mental health
Document type
Special Procedures' report
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N.A.
Topic(s)
Equality & Inclusion
Food & Nutrition
Person(s) affected
Children
Year
2014
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Other
Reference
SR Health, Report to the HRC (2014), A/HRC/26/31, para. 20.