Ertharin Cousin on Farming, Funding, Food Insecurities

The video discusses the current global food crisis, highlighting the need for preemptive actions to support smallholder farmers. It emphasizes the importance of innovative capital and investment strategies, particularly in agriculture, to address food affordability and availability. The impact of COVID-19 on investment and the role of governments in addressing humanitarian needs are also explored. Additionally, the video addresses global food insecurity challenges exacerbated by conflict, climate change, and export bans.

What is the primary focus of the speaker in addressing the looming food crisis?

• Increasing food imports

• Supporting smallholder farmers

• Reducing food prices

• Expanding urban agriculture

What type of capital is emphasized as necessary for agricultural advancements?

• Crowdfunding

• Cryptocurrency

• Private sector capital

• Government grants

How does the speaker suggest attracting private sector investment in agriculture?

• By offering tax incentives

• By providing concessionary capital

• By increasing subsidies

• By reducing interest rates

What was a positive outcome of the COVID-19 pandemic according to the speaker?

• Improved healthcare systems

• Increased global trade

• Higher food production

• A social reckoning to help others

Why are governments encouraged to invest in humanitarian needs?

• To increase political influence

• To boost economic growth

• To prevent future crises

• To reduce military spending

What geopolitical event is highlighted as affecting global food security?

• Brexit

• The Ukraine war

• The Syrian conflict

• The US-China trade war

What climate event is mentioned as impacting food production in India?

• Drought

• Monsoon

• La Niña

• El Niño