Changes in Food Producing and Consuming

Flashcards covering key concepts about changes in food production and consumption, including fair trade, organic foods, value-added farming, and local food movements.

What is fair trade mainly aimed at supporting?

Smaller producers rather than transnational companies.

What are some common fair trade crops?

Coffee, chocolate, and bananas.

What do organic foods avoid using?

Pesticides and synthetic fertilizers.

What is one pro of organic foods?

Healthier and environmentally safe.

What is a con of organic foods?

Typically more expensive.

What does the term 'Value-Added Crops' refer to?

Crops that are processed into higher value products.

Give an example of value-added farming.

Making wine from grapes.

What does the local food movement emphasize?

Buying food directly from local farmers.

What is vertical farming?

Growing crops in stackable trays using artificial lights and hydroponics.

What is hydroponics?

Growing crops without soil, using mineral-enriched solutions.

List one pro and one con of hydroponics.

Pro: Uses less water and land; Con: Requires a lot of energy for lights.