politics of land and food scarcity, The

politics of land and food scarcity, The

By Paolo De Castro

Book Description

Food security has emerged as one of our era's most pressing concerns, touching every aspect of human existence and our relationship with the Earth. Paolo De Castro presents a comprehensive examination of the intricate connections between land use, agricultural systems, and the global challenge of feeding humanity.

Drawing from multiple disciplines, this work explores how political decisions, environmental factors, and technological advances intersect to shape our food systems. Rather than simply identifying problems, De Castro builds upon discussions that began in international forums like the G20 meetings, offering pathways toward understanding and addressing these complex issues.

The book illuminates how land management decisions ripple through communities, affecting not only what we eat but how we relate to our environment and each other. For readers seeking to understand their place in larger systems, this exploration reveals the profound interconnectedness between personal choices and global outcomes.

Through careful analysis of agricultural policies and environmental impacts, the author demonstrates how food security challenges require both practical solutions and deeper awareness of our collective responsibility. This multifaceted approach helps readers grasp how individual consciousness and systemic change must work together.

Whether you are interested in environmental stewardship, social justice, or understanding the forces that shape our daily sustenance, this work provides valuable insights into one of humanity's fundamental challenges and our shared journey toward sustainable solutions.

Who Is This For?

📖 Reading Level: Short (< 200 pages) (~4 hours)

📄 Length: 154 pages

What You'll Discover

  • ✓ Explore SOCIAL SCIENCE
  • ✓ Explore Environmental aspects
  • ✓ Explore General
  • ✓ Explore TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Agriculture / General
  • ✓ Explore Public Policy
  • ✓ Explore Biological Diversity
  • ✓ Explore Agrobiodiversity
  • ✓ Explore MEDICAL

Topics Covered

SOCIAL SCIENCE Environmental aspects General TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Agriculture / General Public Policy Biological Diversity Agrobiodiversity MEDICAL Agriculture & Food Biodiversité Agribusiness Sustainable Agriculture SCIENCE SOCIAL SCIENCE / Agriculture & Food TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING Biodiversité agricole Crop Science Industries Wildlife Aspect de l'environnement POLITICAL SCIENCE / Public Policy / General Nutrition Life Sciences POLITICAL SCIENCE BUSINESS & ECONOMICS Animals Food supply Biodiversity Food security NATURE Global Health Agronomy Sécurité alimentaire Agriculture Trends

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