Sustainable Agriculture and Biofuels

The video discusses the rapid growth of the global population and its impact on resources. It emphasizes the need for sustainable agricultural practices to meet food and energy demands without harming future generations. Agricultural biotechnology is highlighted as a solution, improving crop yields and offering resistance to pests and drought. The video also explores the environmental benefits of biotech crops and the role of biofuels in sustainable energy. It concludes with the potential of bioenergy to provide food, fuel, and other products, while reducing the environmental footprint.

What is the projected global population by the year 2050 according to the UN?

• 10.2 billion

• 9.2 billion

• 8.5 billion

• 7.5 billion

How do biotech crops help farmers in developing countries?

• By providing resistance to pests and diseases

• By increasing water usage

• By reducing crop yields

• By increasing pesticide use

What is one environmental benefit of pest-resistant crops?

• Increased land usage

• Higher water consumption

• Reduced need for pesticides

• Increased pesticide applications

What percentage of the world's oil supply did the United States use in 2006?

• 20%

• 15%

• 10%

• 25%

How much can today's ethanol reduce greenhouse gas emissions?

• Up to 10%

• Up to 29%

• Up to 50%

• Up to 85%

What is the expected reduction in emissions from cellulosic ethanol?

• 70% or more

• 85% or more

• 60% or more

• 50% or more

What percentage of global arable land is used for biofuel feedstock production?

• 5%

• 15%

• 10%

• Less than 1%

What is the potential use of dormant cropland according to the study?

• Industrial expansion

• Recreational parks

• Bioenergy production

• Urban development

Who are collaborating to explore sustainable agricultural practices?

• Scientists, researchers, and governments

• Only governments

• Only scientists

• Only business leaders

What do farmers depend on to meet the growing demand for crops?

• Increased pesticide use

• Larger land areas

• More fossil fuels

• Healthy soils and nutrients