Bananas for the World

How do the bananas we enjoy find their way to us? The video linked below from the FAO shares the story of how one family provides a quality product to the rest of the world. You are encouraged to watch the linked video and utilize the discussion points provided to spark conversations around the globe!

How to Prepare Bananas for the World

Discussion Points:

• How do the producers make sure they are providing a quality product for the rest of the world?
• What is the "Codex" standard as it relates to banana production? You may need to do some additional research. 
• Why is it important to have an international standard for food production/processing? 
• What do you feel should be the top priorities in an international food production/processing standard? Explain your thoughts. 

Food Insecurity in North Korea

We often hear stories coming out of North Korea, but they usually do not focus around food insecurity or hunger. Linked below is an article from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations that examines food insecurity and hunger in North Korea. You are encouraged to read the linked article and utilize the discussion points below to guide your conversations. 

10 Million People in North Korea Face Food Shortages

Discussion Points

• What does the food and agriculture landscape look like in North Korea currently?
• What do you feel could be done to alleviate hunger and food insecurity in North Korea?
• About a quarter of the way into the article the government's "Public Distribution System" is mentioned. What is this and how does it work? Do additional research if needed. 
• There has often been controversy around the North Korean government. Should this controversy impact food assistance/aid? Explain your reasoning. 

Fishermen Dilemma

Making a living as a fisherman is becoming tougher in the United States. This is due to many complex reasoning's. Linked below is a story by Market to Market on the challenges facing fishermen in the United States and compares their practises and techniques to fishermen globally. You are encouraged to watch the video linked below and utilize the discussion points to guide your conversations around the world.

Fishermen Seek Level Playing Field Internationally

Discussion Points

• What are the challenges facing fishermen in this story?
• How do fishing practises around the globe differ? 
• In your personal opinion do you believe rules and regulations regarding fishing should change or be updated? Provide support for your reasoning.
• What do you feel is the largest challenge facing fishermen around the globe in the next 50 years?