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This term describes how former colonies remain economically dependent on developed nations, a legacy of imperialism.
neo-colonialism
Economic conflict between the U.S. and China has disrupted trade and supply chains worldwide.
What is a trade war
A lack of this, including roads and factories, can significantly slow down production and distribution.
infrastructure
This group of emerging economies, including Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, is reshaping global trade.
BRICS countries
Modern farming practice alters landscapes by permanently changing natural landforms to maximize crop production.
terrace farming
A major drawback of this farming technique is deforestation and loss of biodiversity.
slash-and-burn farming
Asian country is well-known for using terrace farming to cultivate rice.
China
This large inland sea has been shrinking due to excessive irrigation in Central Asia.
This European country has reclaimed 20% of its land by draining wetlands
The netherlands
This type of agricultural system relies on moving livestock between seasonal grazing areas
pastoral nomadism
Since the 1960s, health concerns about red meat have led to increased consumption of this type of meat.
Poultry
The mechanization of farming due to this historical revolution led to women being displaced in agricultural labor.
The industrial revolution
This type of agriculture in cities has become a major source of fresh produce, especially in China
Urban farming
Poor access to fresh and nutritious food in urban areas has led to the rise of these underserved regions.
Food deserts
economic principle leads farmers to invest in high-yield techniques to reduce costs and increase profits.
Economies of scale
Engineered crops have increased yields but are criticized for requiring excessive chemicals.
GMOS
method of fish farming has been criticized for its environmental impact and potential to introduce toxins into the food chain.
aquaculture
In many societies practicing subsistence farming, women often lack this legal right, limiting their economic independence.
What is land ownership
This global movement ensures that farmers receive fair wages and work in ethical conditions.
Fair Trade Movement
This environmental issue occurs when irrigation leads to an excessive buildup of salts in the soil, making land infertile.
soil salinization
This U.S. government program pays farmers to avoid using environmentally sensitive land to promote sustainability.
Conservation Reserve Program
Turning raw agricultural products into more profitable goods, such as making cheese from milk, is an example of this practice
value-added specialty crops
This term describes the lack of reliable access to sufficient, nutritious food, affecting both developed and developing nations.
food insecurity
process, driven by urban expansion, reduces available farmland and increases food costs
Suburbanization
In farming communities, women are primarily responsible for growing these types of food sources.
plant-based crops