food supply

Discusses the twenty-first-century issues surrounding food supply, and includes how large scale food production has reached the point of diminishing returns, factories are responsible for food-borne illnesses, and how food seems to be increasingly lacking in nutrients.

Argues that America's system of buying foods at low prices from foreign countries is hurting both the economy and health of America and urges the government to begin buying fresh foods from American sources.

Spotlights the efforts of children all over the world to help grow food on their families' farms. Explains how their efforts contribute to local economies and the capacity to feed those who buy their products and contains color photographs throughout.

Discusses the need to protect and preserve our environment and depicts ways to achieve a sustainable method of agriculture. Illustrates the efforts being made to be prepared for a future agricultural disaster and provides information about insects, chemicals, animal welfare, and different ways of farming. Includes color photos, a glossary, and an index.

Explores the types of farming that exist around the world, from organic farming to genetic engineering. Discusses how farming affects the environment and looks at the future of farming. Features color photographs, accessible text, a glossary, and further resources.

Examines ethical issues related to food choices, discussing different types of diets, how food gets from a farm to a table, environmental topics, security, sustainability, and more.

Examines ethical issues related to vegetable and grain farming, discussing fertilizer and herbicide runoff, genetically modified corn, water use, and more.