Our food system is a complicated and interconnected web of producers, suppliers, transporters, and consumers. The linked story from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations explores our food systems and potential risks and protections. We encourage you to explore the linked story and engage with others around the globe utilizing the discussion points provided.
Discussion Points
- What are the three main components of the agri-food system and how do they interact?
- Diversity is mentioned as a key strategy to protect our food systems. What does this look like? Do you see diversity in your food systems locally and around the world (explain)?
- Using the interactive table in the story, what would happen if incomes were reduced by one-third? Consider your home area and other areas around the globe.
- Towards the end of the story several strategies are shared to protect food systems. Rank the strategies shared from most important to least important and share your reasoning.
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