Biodiversity and Slow Food

Question 1

Biodiversity

Answer 1

Variety of living organisms in an area. Each of these species and organisms work together in ecosystems to maintain balance and support life.

Question 2

Three Levels of Biodiversity

Answer 2

Genetic, species, and ecosystems

Question 3

Ecosystem Biodiversity

Answer 3

The variety of ecosystems where species interact with their environment and each other. For example, deserts and rain forests.

Question 4

Benefits of agriculture biodiversity

Answer 4

• Offers us diverse and nutritious food.
• Helps plants and animals adapt to climate change.
• Increase the resilience of producers.
• Preserves the health of our ecosystems.
• Improves soil fertility and water quality.

Question 5

Agrobiodiversity

Answer 5

The variety and variability of animals, plants and micro-organisms that are used directly or indirectly for food and agriculture, including crops, livestock, forestry and fisheries.
How to grow good food for everyone while protecting nature.

Question 6

Food Safety

Answer 6

Regarding food regulations. Handling, preparation, and storage of food in ways that prevent potentially severe health hazards.

Question 7

Food Security

Answer 7

A government constantly being able to provide and assure food to its people.

Question 8

Slow Food

Answer 8

Was born in 1986 under the name Arci Gola which was born from a club led by Carlo Petrini. He decided to create private radio transmissions. He desired to defend regional traditions, good food, gastronomic pleasure, an a slow pace of life. Was traumatized by the first Mickey Ds that opened in Rome.

Question 9

Slow Food Principles

Answer 9

• Eat what you like and it should be good.
• The food should be clean (free of pesticides).
• The food should be fair for the environment, animals, and producers.

Question 10

Presidio

Answer 10

Preserve traditional and artisanal products that are at risk of disappearing. Presidia producers follow the principles of respecting the soil, water, animal welfare, and biodiversity. They use time-honored methods and avoid the use of pesticides, antibiotics, artificial additives, etc. They preserve agricultural landscapes and the wisdom and skills of local producers. They are virtuous examples of the local economy, providing jobs and supporting rural communities.