Question 1

Much of the estimated population growth over the next 30 years (10 billion people by 2050) is expected to be in which of the following geographical regions?&#10;A) South America&#10;B) South Asia&#10;C) Sub-Saharan Africa&#10;D) B and C&#10;E) All of the above

Accepted Answer

According to United Nations projections, the majority of population growth over the next 30 years is expected to be in Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia, making choice D the correct answer option. South America is also expected to experience some population growth, but to a lesser extent than the other two regions. Therefore, options A and E are incorrect.

Question 2

Demand for animal products in well-fed countries, including North America, Brazil, Europe and Russia, is beginning to decline.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a common tactic used to stabilize food prices?&#10;A) Increasing production of higher yield crops&#10;B) Nationalization of a commodity or industry to control pricing&#10;C) Promoting trade&#10;D) Combating speculation that drives up market prices

Accepted Answer

Nationalization of a commodity or industry is not a common tactic used to stabilize food prices. Although nationalization of industries or commodities may allow for more government control over pricing, it is not a widely used tactic for food price stabilization. Increasing production, promoting trade, and combating speculation are more commonly used tactics.

Question 4

Which of the following practices is/are being utilized by countries such as Singapore and the UAE that are highly dependent on other countries for food (90%)?&#10;A) Solar power&#10;B) Indoor farming&#10;C) Vertical farming&#10;D) Hydroponics&#10;E) All of the above

Accepted Answer

Countries such as Singapore and the UAE, which are highly dependent on other countries for food, are utilizing multiple practices in order to increase their food security. Solar power is being used to power indoor and vertical farming facilities, which allow for year-round production in controlled environments. Hydroponics, a method of growing plants without soil, is also being utilized to save space and water. Overall, these countries are using a combination of innovative techniques in order to provide a sustainable food source for their populations.

Question 5

Which of the following can be considered an advantage that Amazon had in the agri-food business when it bought Whole Foods Market in 2017?&#10;A) Economies of scale in distribution and warehousing&#10;B) Being a U.S. based company&#10;C) Access to customer data and digital prowess&#10;D) A and C&#10;E) All of the above

Accepted Answer

Amazon's acquisition of Whole Foods gave it access to their extensive physical distribution network and warehousing expertise, enabling them to realize economies of scale. Additionally, as a digital-driven company, Amazon was able to leverage its digital prowess and expertise in customer data analytics to enhance Whole Foods' e-commerce offerings and capitalize on its extensive customer base. Therefore, the correct answer is D, as both options A and C are advantages that Amazon could use to gain leverage in the agri-food business after acquiring Whole Foods Market.

Question 6

Which of the following Ecosystem services categories involves the production and access to food, fresh water, wood, fiber, genetic resources, and medicines?&#10;A) Provisioning&#10;B) Regulating&#10;C) Habitat&#10;D) Cultural services

Accepted Answer

The provisioning ecosystem services involve the production and access to food, fresh water, wood, fiber, genetic resources, and medicines.

Question 7

The Brown Revolution and regenerative agriculture rely on ____________.&#10;A) Technological innovation&#10;B) Sustainable agricultural practices only&#10;C) A and B&#10;D) The restoration of natural systems&#10;E) All of the above

Accepted Answer

The answer of The Brown Revolution and regenerative agriculture rely...

Question 8

Regenerative agriculture is an example of ___________, an approach that seeks solutions to human challenges by emulating natural patterns and strategies.&#10;A) Foraging&#10;B) Acclimatization&#10;C) Biomimicry&#10;D) Automimicry

Accepted Answer

Regenerative agriculture is an approach to farming that mimics natural ecosystems, emphasizing soil health and biodiversity to promote sustainable and resilient agriculture. This approach aligns with the principles of biomimicry, which involves learning from nature and applying its strategies to solve human challenges.

Question 9

Brazil attempts to increase agricultural output by putting more Amazon Rainforest land into cultivation for ________ and __________.&#10;A) Banana plantations and coffee production&#10;B) Palm oil production and sugarcane plantations&#10;C) Soybean production and cattle ranching&#10;D) Cattle ranching and palm oil production

Accepted Answer

Brazil has been increasing agricultural output by putting more Amazon Rainforest land into cultivation for soybean production and cattle ranching. The expansion of soybean production in particular has led to deforestation of the Amazon Rainforest.

Question 10

Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) have the potential to sustain populations that would otherwise starve.

Accepted Answer

GMOs can be engineered to be more resistant to pests and environmental stressors, thus increasing crop yields and ensuring more food for populations in need.

Deck 14: The Future of Food