Food Security Based on Population Factors in the Perspective of Public Governance: A Conceptual Study

Ketahanan Pangan Berbasis Faktor Kependudukan dalam Perspektif Tata Kelola Publik: Kajian Konseptual

Authors

  • Syafrullah Muhammad Deddy Politeknik Negeri Sriwijaya
  • Yuliansyah Politeknik Negeri Sriwijaya
  • Fadlurrahman - Universitas Tidar
  • Ikhtiara Seiren UIN Sunan Kalijaga

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.36982/jpp.v11i2.7108

Keywords:

Food Security, Population Dynamics, Public Governance, Policy Integration, Conceptual Model

Abstract

Purpose : This study aims to analyze the relationship between population factors and food security within the perspective of public governance through a conceptual approach.

Design/methodology/approach : This study employs a qualitative approach with a conceptual paper design. Data were collected through literature review from relevant academic sources, including international and national journal articles. The analysis was conducted using descriptive-qualitative techniques by synthesizing theoretical concepts to develop an integrative conceptual framework.

Findings : The findings indicate that population dynamics, such as population growth, density, urbanization, and demographic structure, significantly influence food demand, distribution, and consumption patterns. Public governance plays a mediating role in managing these dynamics through policy coordination, data-based decision-making, and adaptive governance mechanisms. The study proposes a conceptual model integrating population factors, public governance, and food security.

Practical Implication : The study highlights the importance of strengthening data-driven public governance by integrating population data into food policy planning. It also emphasizes cross-sectoral coordination to ensure more targeted and effective food security policies.

Originality/value : This study contributes to the literature by developing an integrative conceptual model that links population dynamics, public governance, and food security, offering a multidisciplinary perspective that is still limited in previous studies.

Paper type : Conceptual Paper.

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2026-05-01

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Muhammad Deddy, S., Yuliansyah, -, F., & Seiren, I. (2026). Food Security Based on Population Factors in the Perspective of Public Governance: A Conceptual Study: Ketahanan Pangan Berbasis Faktor Kependudukan dalam Perspektif Tata Kelola Publik: Kajian Konseptual. Jurnal Pemerintahan Dan Politik, 11(2), 545–557. https://doi.org/10.36982/jpp.v11i2.7108

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