When Natural Disasters Affect Food Supply

Disasters such as earthquakes, tsunamis, and hurricanes have immediate effects on people and structures as well as secondary effects on the food system. Numerous organizations are involved in preparing for and responding to disasters, both domestic and international.

Department of Homeland Security
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) was established in 2002 by combining 22 different federal departments and agencies into a unified, integrated cabinet agency. It is the coordinator when m…