Global Food Security and Sustainability Goals

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What is a primary goal of UN Sustainability Goal 2?

Reduce carbon emissions in agriculture

Eliminate food waste completely

Promote urban farming practices

End hunger and achieve food security (correct)

Which of the following factors can contribute to food insecurity?

Increased food production

Healthy diet practices

Stable agricultural practices

War and conflict (correct)

What is one of the main challenges identified in addressing global food security?

Reducing food prices worldwide

Increasing livestock production

Feeding 10 billion people (correct)

Eliminating food exports

How does climate change relate to food production?

It threatens food production and livelihoods. Signup and view all the answers

Why is food security a significant issue in the context of Singapore's population?

The nation relies solely on imported food. Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of global greenhouse gas emissions is attributed to electricity and heat production?

25% Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of plant-based food compared to traditional meat?

Plant-based food has a smaller environmental footprint. Signup and view all the answers

What are some consequences of food insecurity mentioned in the context?

Flare up of latent conflicts Signup and view all the answers

In which sector is agriculture identified as a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions?

Agriculture itself Signup and view all the answers

What role does the agri-food sector have in relation to the global population?

It must meet rising food demand while minimizing environmental impact. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions aligns with promoting sustainable agriculture?

Improving crop resilience to climate change Signup and view all the answers

What prominent goal is highlighted in relation to global food systems?

Eradicating hunger and ensuring economic growth. Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of agriculture's greenhouse gas emissions?

Exacerbation of climate change Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of the rising global population on the food system?

Increased demand for sustainable food options. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a challenge mentioned regarding food security?

Technological advancements in agriculture Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of the food system is Singapore focusing on to promote sustainability?

Developing plant-based meat alternatives. Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of food does Singapore currently import?

90% Signup and view all the answers

What initiative is Singapore implementing to enhance food security by local production?

30 by 30 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following elements is NOT part of the global food system?

Weather Prediction Technology Signup and view all the answers

What historical factors heavily influenced agricultural production before the green revolution?

Available land area and inorganic fertilizers Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the global food system?

Interactions along food value chains Signup and view all the answers

What could be a potential limiting factor for food production in the future?

Technology stagnation Signup and view all the answers

The concept of 'food technology' in Singapore focuses on what?

Innovative agricultural solutions Signup and view all the answers

The global food system primarily involves which type of activities?

Production and consumption processes Signup and view all the answers

What does food security primarily refer to?

Availability and access to food resources Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is NOT a component of food security?

Food marketing Signup and view all the answers

How is food utilization defined in the context of food security?

Utilizing food to ensure nutritional well-being Signup and view all the answers

What does food accessibility ensure?

The population can reach adequate food consistently Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by 'stability' in the context of food security?

Protection from sudden shocks to food availability Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors significantly contributes to food utilization?

The nutritional quality of food consumed Signup and view all the answers

Which concept includes both food production and imports?

Food availability Signup and view all the answers

Food security is directly threatened by which of the following?

Natural disasters affecting agricultural land Signup and view all the answers

What is one way to increase food availability without increasing production?

Reducing food waste Signup and view all the answers

What benefit does converting food waste into compost provide?

Creates a closed-loop food system Signup and view all the answers

How does feeding lower on the energy pyramid affect food availability?

It uses more energy efficiently Signup and view all the answers

What was significant about Singapore's approval of lab-grown meat in December 2020?

It was the first country to sell lab-grown meat to consumers Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible outcome of lab-grown meat for the global food system?

Mitigation of climate change Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential concern regarding the impact of lab-grown meat on Singapore's culture?

It could negatively impact food cultures Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of food production does the circular economy concept emphasize?

Endless product life cycles Signup and view all the answers

What is one significant challenge discussed regarding lab-grown meat?

It might not appeal to traditionalists Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

The Challenge

Feed 10 billion people
Eradicate hunger
Promote economic growth
Secure jobs
Save the planet

Food Availability and Security

Food security is threatened by a rising population
It's threatened by climate change
The challenge is to meet the rising demand for food while reducing the environmental impact of the food system

UN Sustainability Goal 2

End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture

Climate Change and Food Security

Climate change threatens food production and livelihoods, especially in poor countries
Global greenhouse gas emissions from agriculture are 10%.
Other emissions come from energy (25%) and electricity and heat production.

Food Security Components

Availability: Sufficient quantities and quality of food products, locally produced, or imported, including food aid.
Accessibility: Adequate access to nutritional food resources.
Utilisation: Consuming food with access to clean water, sanitation, and healthcare.
Stability: Secure access to sufficient food at all times, protected from sudden shocks or events that impact availability and accessibility.

Food Security in Singapore

Singapore imports 90% of its food.
The country is diversifying its import supply and boosting local production.
Singapore aims to achieve 30% local food production by 2030.
Food technology is being used to enhance food security.

The Global Food System

It's a complex web of production and consumption.
It includes people, institutions, activities, processes, and infrastructure.
Food production is dependent on land, fertilizer, pesticides, and machinery.
The global food system is defined as the entire value chain, from research and development to disposal of food.

Food Waste

Food waste happens during production, in shops, and at homes.
Reducing food waste increases food availability.

Circular Economy

Black soldier fly larvae are used to turn food waste into compost.
The compost is used to grow local food or as animal feed, completing a closed loop.

Energy Pyramids

Lower down in the energy pyramid, more energy is available to feed more people.

Lab-Grown Meat

Singapore was the first country to approve the sale of lab-grown meat to consumers in 2020.
It has seen the emergence of alternative protein start-ups.
Lab-grown meat is expected to benefit food security, affordability, economic growth, climate change, and social justice.

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Explore the critical challenges of feeding a growing population while ensuring environmental sustainability. This quiz covers key aspects of food availability and security, the impact of climate change on agriculture, and the United Nations' second sustainability goal to eradicate hunger. Test your knowledge on how to balance food production with ecological responsibilities.