Problem 2
Food producers can now produce more than enough food to feed everyone on the planet a healthy diet. Given this fact, why do you think that about 793 million people are chronically undernourished or malnourished? Assume you are in charge of solving this problem, and write a plan for how you will accomplish it.
Problem 5
You are the head of a major agricultural agency in the area where you live. Weigh the advantages and disadvantages of using synthetic pesticides and explain why you would support or oppose the increased use of such pesticides as a way to help farmers raise their yields. What are the alternatives?
Problem 7
Do you think that the advantages of organic agriculture outweigh its disadvantages? Explain. Do you eat or grow organic foods? If so, explain your reasoning for making this choice. If not, explain your reasoning for some of the food choices you do make.
Problem 8
According to physicist Albert Einstein, "Nothing will benefit human health and increase the chances of survival of life on Earth as much as the evolution to a vegetarian diet." Explain your interpretation of this statement. Are you willing to eat less meat or no meat? Explain.
