TED: A snack's journey from the farm to your mouth | Aruna Rangachar Pohl

The video explores the journey of biscuit production in India, highlighting inefficiencies and environmental impacts. It contrasts industrial farming with sustainable practices, showcasing a case study in Belgaum where small farmers and women-led enterprises thrive through green production. The narrator shares a personal journey and the mission of their foundation to promote sustainable agriculture. The video concludes with a call to action for supporting green food systems.

What is the main issue highlighted in the journey of wheat from Gujarat to becoming biscuits?

• The poor quality of wheat produced

• The lack of government support for farmers

• The inefficiencies and hidden costs in the industrial food system

• The high cost of transportation

What is India's rank in terms of per capita greenhouse gas emissions?

• Average compared to other countries

• Second highest in Asia

• Among the lowest

• Highest in the world

What motivated the speaker to establish the India Foundation for Humanistic Development?

• A desire to travel the world

• A midlife crisis coinciding with the climate crisis

• A government mandate

• A need to increase personal wealth

What is the primary benefit of the Saudati Farmer Producer Company for its members?

• Access to international markets

• Government subsidies

• Higher prices and elimination of middlemen

• Free farming equipment

How do the Saudati farmers track and improve their farming practices?

• Through traditional methods

• Through government reports

• Using an app called Food Sign

• By hiring international consultants

What energy sources are used by Kamala's group to bake biscuits?

• Electricity from the grid

• Solar and biomass energy

• Coal and natural gas

• Wind and hydroelectric power

What is the main ingredient used by Kamala's group in their biscuits?

• Honey

• Jaggery

• Refined sugar

• Artificial sweeteners

What is the potential impact of replicating the Saudati model across India?

• Creation of a fair food system for a billion Indians

• Higher taxes for farmers

• Increased import of foreign goods

• Decreased local food production

What is the meaning of 'Vasudaiva Kutumbakkam' as mentioned in the transcript?

• Knowledge is power

• The world is one family

• Unity in diversity

• Strength in numbers

What is the primary focus of the India Foundation for Humanistic Development?

• Promoting international trade

• Increasing industrial output

• Rejuvenating productive landscapes sustainably

• Developing urban infrastructure