The Global Food Supply Chain, Explained [AP Human Geography Unit 5 Topic 9]

What has globalization allowed countries to do in terms of food production?

Countries can specialize in certain agricultural products, leading to greater economic growth.

What is Ukraine known as in relation to agricultural production?

The breadbasket of Europe.

What happened to Ukraine's agricultural exports during the war with Russia?

Exports came to a halt, causing a decrease in the global food supply.

What is commodity dependence?

When a country has more than 60 percent of its total exports made up of commodities.

How can global agricultural trade negatively impact developing countries?

It can lead to dependence on cash crops for export, reducing local food production.

What advantage do farmers in developed countries have compared to those in developing countries?

Access to capital, technology, government aid, and better infrastructure.

Why do farmers in developing countries often export more crops?

To earn more money to purchase new farming equipment and technology.

How does government subsidy affect agricultural production?

It reduces production costs and incentivizes increased output of specific products.

What environmental issue arises from global agricultural trade practices?

Farmers may use non-sustainable methods like monocropping for short-term sales.

What are some effects of global disruptions in agricultural production?

Increased food prices and imbalances in food availability across regions.