5-11 Flashcards
Fair Trade
trade between MDC and LDC in which prices are paid to the producers
Community-supported agriculture (CSA)
individuals who pledge support to a farm operation so that growers and consumers provide mutual support
Agricultural Biotechnology
the use of scientific foods and techniques to modify plants and animals
Blue Revolution
the water equivalent of the green revolution and primarily refers to the management of water resources that can steer humanity to achieve drinking water and crop irrigation security.
Value Added Foods
foods that have increased in value due to alterations in production, size, shape, appearance, location, and/or convenience
Organic Farming
crops produced without the use of synthetic or industrially produced pesticides and fertilizers or genetically engineered seeds
Urban Farming
production of farm goods within an urban area with the goal of providing locally grown food
Local Food Movements
movements to get more products from local vendors
Dietary shifts
movement from processed foods, meats, and sugar towards one more based in fruits and vegetables
Food Insecurity
the state of being without reliable access to a sufficient quantity of affordable, nutritious food
Food Desert
geographic area where large grocery stores are scarce or missing and residents have limited access to fresh, nutritious foods.