Malawi has implemented the Farm Input Subsidy Programme (FISP) since the 2005/06 growing season which has been held as a tremendous success. However, large proportions (47%) of children are malnourished and 11 per cent of the population were facing severe food shortages in January 2013. Youths form more than half of the population of Malawi and could play an important role in ensuring food security for future generations. However, there are no studies on the extent of food insecurity or its predictors among youths in most developing countries including Malawi.