The Colombian presidential election is increasingly centered on issues of food security and the future of the agricultural sector. A recent analysis by *La Silla Vacía* examines candidates’ proposals regarding rural development and addresses the persistent problem of hunger in Colombia. The report assesses the current state of food insecurity at the end of the current presidential term. Candidates are being scrutinized for their plans to address the needs of the rural population and stimulate agricultural growth. The analysis highlights the critical intersection between electoral promises and the urgent realities faced by Colombian farmers and those experiencing hunger. The piece suggests that rural issues are a key battleground in the upcoming election.