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The world food problem is closely associated with a rapidly developing population crisis. The food problem is two dimensional. It is partly a production problem, partly a distribution problem. Food supplies in the developed regions are abundant and steadily rising on a per capita basis. In the less developed regions, supplies are inadequate and although grain output per capita is now rising it is still below prewar.
The distribution aspects of the food problem give little evidence of immediate improvement. Population in the less developed regions, now totaling billion, is expected to reach nearly 5 billion by the end of the century. If the expected addition of about 3 billion materializes, the less developed regions will need to develop an additional food production capacity equal to current world capacity.
Land, the most important ingredient in the agricultural produc tion mix, is in limited supply. Of the earth's land surface of 33 billion acres, less than 3 billion acres actually produces crops in any given year. Ninety-three percent of this area produces edible crops; 71 percent of the total is used to produce grain. Much of the 7 percent in nonfood crops is planted to fibers, mostly cotton.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the intricate relationship between population growth, land availability, and food production, offering a comprehensive analysis of the global food security challenge. The author explores historical population trends, regional variations in food consumption patterns, and the limitations of arable land resources. Set against the backdrop of a rapidly expanding world population, the book examines the crucial role of technological advancements and capital investment in agriculture. It delves into the complexities of international food trade and the growing dependence of food-deficit regions on surplus producers. With a focus on the disparities between developed and less developed regions, the book raises critical questions about resource allocation, agricultural development strategies, and the future of global food security. The author's insights highlight the urgent need for sustainable agricultural practices, equitable distribution of resources, and international cooperation to ensure that future generations have access to adequate and nutritious food supplies. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780366805419_0
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