The State of Agricultural Commodity Markets report from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations launches September 23rd. In leading up to it's launch a couple personnel with the FAO highlight some key points and challenges facing us. We encourage you to watch the linked videos below and utilize the discussion points below to guide your conversations around the globe!
Interview with George Rapsomanikis
Discussion Points
- After watching the two videos what stuck with you? What was alarming? Why?
- What were some of the food/hunger challenges mentioned in the videos?
- Why is global trade so important to our food systems? What is the benefit of reducing trade barriers for the food system?
- If we reduce trade barriers for the food system is there the possibility for unintended consequences? Does this look different depending which country you call home? Explain your thoughts?
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