Funded Scholarship
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2026
Publication Title
Eastern Economic Journal
Abstract
This study examines the association between workers’ remittances and food insecurity in Latin America and the Caribbean using data from a Coronavirus survey covering over 100,000 individuals during the COVID-19 pandemic. Results indicate that receipt of remittances is associated with an 8.8% decrease (2.5% points) in overall food insecurity. Heterogeneous effects are observed among females, individuals in Latin America, and households with children. Remittances from the USA exhibit a stronger influence on reducing food insecurity. The findings underscore the potential importance of remittances in improving food security at both extensive and intensive margins. Policy issues are also discussed.
Recommended Citation
Cannonier, C., & Burke, M. G. (2026). The Impact of Remittances on Food Security in Times of Crisis—Evidence from COVID-19 in Latin America and the Caribbean. Eastern Economic Journal, 52(2), 327-350. https://doi.org/10.1057/s41302-026-00326-y
