Global food scarcity Flashcards
(10 cards)
What is Food Scarcity?
When people do not have enough food to meet their daily energy and nutritional needs.
Leads to malnutrition, hunger, poor health, and even famine.
What are the main causes of global food scarcity?
- Climate Change
- Conflict & War
- Population Growth
- Poor Farming Practices
- Poverty
- Distribution Problems
Each cause contributes to the overall problem of food scarcity in different ways.
What are the effects of food scarcity on people and places?
- Malnutrition and illness
- Death from starvation
- Economic problems
- Migration
- Conflict over resources
These effects can lead to long-term social and economic instability.
Which regions are most affected by food scarcity?
- Sub-Saharan Africa (e.g. Somalia, Ethiopia)
- Some parts of Asia (e.g. Afghanistan)
- Often developing countries
These areas typically face additional challenges such as conflict or poor infrastructure.
What are some solutions to food scarcity?
- Improved farming techniques
- GM Crops
- Education and training
- Aid and support
- Fairer trade and distribution systems
Implementing these solutions can help mitigate the effects of food scarcity.
Define malnutrition.
Poor health caused by not eating enough or not eating the right foods.
Malnutrition can lead to serious health issues, particularly in vulnerable populations.
What is famine?
A serious shortage of food leading to widespread hunger and death.
Famine is often the result of extreme food scarcity.
What is sustainable farming?
Farming that protects the environment and can continue long-term.
Sustainable practices are essential for maintaining food security over time.
What is irrigation?
Supplying water to crops through artificial methods like channels or pipes.
Irrigation is crucial for crop growth, especially in arid regions.
What are GM Crops?
Crops that are scientifically modified to grow better or resist problems.
GM crops can offer solutions to some challenges of food scarcity, such as drought resistance.
