Factors Affecting Food Security

The video discusses the importance of sustainable food supply in the context of rising population numbers. It examines factors affecting food security, including increasing birth rates, dietary changes, and the demand for exotic foods. The impact of new pests, pathogens, and environmental changes like global warming is also covered. Technological advances and societal factors such as conflicts and biofuel production are discussed in relation to their effects on food security.

How do rising birth rates in less developed countries affect food security?

• They decrease food security by putting more pressure on food supplies.

• They have no impact on food security.

• They increase food security by boosting agricultural production.

• They lead to a surplus of food in developed countries.

What is a consequence of developed countries demanding exotic foods from less developed countries?

• It has no effect on global food security.

• It reduces the need for local food production in developed countries.

• It improves food security in less developed countries.

• It leads to food insecurity in less developed countries.

How does increased meat consumption in developing countries impact food security?

• It increases the availability of plant-based foods.

• It enhances food security by using land efficiently.

• It reduces food security due to inefficient land use.

• It has no impact on food security.

What role do technological advances play in food security?

• They universally increase food security in all countries.

• They have no impact on food security.

• They increase food security in countries that can afford them.

• They decrease food security by reducing crop diversity.

How does the production of biofuels affect food security?

• It increases food security by reducing dependency on crude oil.

• It has no impact on food security.

• It improves food security by providing alternative energy sources.

• It negatively impacts food security by using land and water resources.