Ted Ed - Can we create the "perfect" farm? - Brent Loken

How long ago did humans begin to farm?

• More than 50,000 years ago

• About 10,000 years ago

• About 800 years ago

• Less than 3,000 years ago

True or false? Approximately 60% of our planet is farmland.

• True

• False

What are some characteristics of the first agricultural revolution?

• It was characterized by expansion and exploitation

• It was characterized by the use of windmills and solar power

• It was characterized by the use of sensors and robots

• None of the above

What are some characteristics of future farms?

• Low-cost agricultural practices

• Use of high-tech interventions such as drones and sensors

• Intertwined farmland and natural habitats

• All of the above

Revolutionizing farming will require

• Decreasing low-cost farming practices

• A global shift toward plant-based diets

• Optimizing food production and reducing food loss

• Both B and C are correct

The first agricultural revolution had many damaging effects on the environment. What are some of the long-term negative effects of the first agricultural revolution?

Many farmers around the world are using low-cost agricultural practices that are eco-friendly. Can these practices be adapted and used worldwide? Or they specific to local environments?

To revolutionize the future of farming, we will need global cooperation. What are some ways countries around the world can work together to conserve our existing farmland and use them sustainably?