This cluster of papers covers a wide range of topics related to food security, agriculture, and rural development, with a focus on challenges and solutions in Southeast Asian countries. It addresses issues such as biodiversity, gender perspective in on-farm work, environmental impact of tannery effluent, sustainable resource management, and the role of women in family and community food security. The papers also discuss the impact of globalization, education, and socioeconomic factors on food security and agricultural practices.