Global
What is the most popular source of protein in the world? What percentage of global meat consumption comes from this source of protein? (3 guesses)
Chicken, 40%
How does population growth impact protein demand? (3 reasons)
- protein demand increases
- pressure on agricultural systems and resources
- exacerbating environmental issues.
What percentage of the global population is projected to be vegetarian/vegan by 2040? (3 guesses)
30%
Which fruit is often called the "queen of fruits" in some cultures?
Durian
In which country was ice-cream invented? (2 guesses)
China
Compared to the 1970s, how many more calories do poeple consume?
500 extra calories a day!
What percentage of fish stocks are overfished globally? (3 guesses)
Around 34%
Name 3 alternative protein sources!
- plant-based proteins (legumes, nuts, grains)
- insects
-lab-grown meats
What food item is known as the "staff of life"?
Bread is often referred to as the "staff of life" due to its importance in many cultures.
What is the most widely eaten food in the world? (top 3, in order)
1) Rice
2) Bread
3) Pasta
What percentage of crops we grow are used to rear cows and other livestock (3 guesses only)?
40%
How has the average daily food intake of dairy and eggs; sugar and fats; and grains changed from the 1970s to the 2010s? Have they increased or decreased, and by how much?
1) Dairy and Eggs, 2) Sugar and Fats, 3) Grains
1) Dairy and Eggs= decreased 1%
2) Sugar and Fats = increased 3%
3) Grains = decreased 4%
As a percentage, how much of the world's freshwater is used for animal agriculture? (3 guesses)
Approx. 70%
What preservation method was invented by Nicolas Appert (French) in the early 1800s?
Canning (preserving food in a can)
What is the only fruit to have seeds on the outside?
Strawberry
By what percentage can adopting a plant-based diet reduce an individual's carbon footprint? (3 guesses)
Up to 50%
How does climate change affect global food security? (give 2 reasons)
- extreme weather events
- altering crop yields
- threatening food supply chains, food insecurity.
How do government policies affect protein production and consumption? (give 2 reasons)
- incentivize sustainable practices
- support research into alternative proteins
- influence consumer behavior through education.
What crop was first domesticated by early farmers?
Wheat
What was ketchup used as during the 1830s? (circa. 194 years ago!)
Medicine - to cure diarrhea, indigestion, and jaundice.
How does the demand for protein affect agricultural practices? Hint: Think about where protein comes from and what it requires (3 reasons)
- intensive farming practices
- deforestation
- overuse of water resources
- impacting biodiversity and ecosystems.
What are the long-term benefits of shifting to sustainable protein sources? (3 reasons)
- improved public health
- reduced environmental impact
- greater resilience of food systems to climate change.
How much has global meat consumption increased in the past 50 years, in percentage terms? Hint: it's above 100% (3 guesses)
400%
What popular spice was once so valuable that it was used as currency in ancient trade?
Black Pepper or "Black Gold"
Which fast food restaurant had advetisments with a talking chihuahua in 1997? (27 years ago...)
Taco Bell