what are the advantages of intensive farming?
High quantities
Increases use of resources
Cheap
what are the disadvantages of intensive farming?
Chemicals get into the food chain
Concern over animal welfare
Over farming of land
what are the advantages of free range farming?
Taste better
Animals behave naturally
Good animal welfare
what are the disadvantages of free range farming?
Lower yield
More expensive
More land is required
Animals can be eaten
Suffer in extreme weather
what are the advantages of organic farming?
No GM crops
use of natural fertiliser
restricts use of chemicals
taste nicer
looks after wildlife
what are the disadvantages of organic farming?
Expensive
May have no difference in taste
Less in shop
limited choices
Same nutrients
short shelf life
What are GM foods?
GM stands for genetically modified and is the term used to describe crops which the genetic structure has been changed.
what are the advantages of GM foods?
Cheaper to produce
Improvement in size, shape, colour and taste
stay fresh for longer
aids insect resistance
enables crops to grow in harsh conditions
plants are more resistant to disease
Less use of pesticides
what are the disadvantages of GM foods?
Long term safety is unknown
lack of clear labelling
may cause allergic reactions
can cause problems with the environment
what are the advantages of seasonal/locally produced foods?
supports local farmers/businesses
generally fresher
sometimes better nutrition
generally cheaper
what are the disadvantages of seasonal/locally produced foods?
isn’t necessarily organic
produce can only be grown at certain times of year
less variety available
what is food miles?
the distance food travels from field to plate
what are the 6Rs?
Repair
Reduce
Reuse
Refuse
Recycle
Rethink
what is carbon footprint?
a measure of the impact the product or an individual has on the environment, in term of the amount of greenhouse gases they produce
why do we produce so much food waste?
non-recyclable
packaging for foods which don’t need it
too much packaging
single-use packaging
more ready-made meals
what is the impact of food packaging?
More ready-made meals and individual meals with busy lifestyles
Takes energy to break down
Creates landfill and can leach chemicals into the soil and waters.
How can we reduce food waste?
Buy only what you need
Store properly
Pick ugly foods
Reuse leftovers
Only buy foods you like
what is food security?
Making sure that all people at all times have access to safe and nutritious food for them to lead healthy lives.
what factors affect food security?
Change in global trade
Population change
Environmental change