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A Global Food Crisis May Be Less Than a Decade Away

Offered By: TED via YouTube

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Overview

Explore a thought-provoking TED Talk that delves into the looming global food crisis. Learn how a former commodities trader's research into the global agricultural value chain led to alarming predictions about food security. Discover the potential for a tipping point in global food production within a decade, where demand could outstrip supply by 214 trillion calories annually by 2027. Gain insights into the possible consequences of this crisis, including widespread hunger and political instability. Examine the speaker's vision of this challenging future and consider actionable steps that can be taken today to prevent such a scenario. This 18-minute presentation offers a critical look at the future of food security and its far-reaching implications for societies worldwide.

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A global food crisis may be less than a decade away | Sara Menker


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