Food Supply Risks examines the increasing threats to our global food system, emphasizing the interplay between environmental pressures and economic volatility. It clarifies how these factors converge to challenge food security, which is essential for human survival, societal stability, and economic resilience. Did you know that disruptions in food production can trigger social unrest and geopolitical instability?
The book highlights the vulnerabilities in current agricultural practices, such as trade imbalances, and unsustainable methods, while also exploring the unintended consequences of initiatives like the Green Revolution.
The book systematically progresses through key areas: environmental stressors like climate change impacting crop yields, economic vulnerabilities including price volatility, and how these challenges intersect to exacerbate food insecurity worldwide. Supported by agriculture data and case studies, the book adopts a data-driven approach to explore the complexities of global food security.
Ultimately, Food Supply Risks proposes a framework for building more resilient and equitable food systems, offering policy recommendations and practical strategies for a sustainable future.