The global population is expected to grow by 2.5 billion people in the next 40 years. University of Minnesota researchers warn farmers are unlikely to double production of grain by that time to avoid food shortages. Several studies have shown that global crop production needs to double by 2050 to meet the projected demands from a rising population and dietary shifts. A booming middle class of India and China is already eating more meat than ever. [...] anti-poverty organization Oxfam. [...] The agency warns the average price of staple foods will more than double in the next 20 years.
Posted on: Thu, 04 Jul 2013 15:22:43 +0000