Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO)

Topic: Modernizing Global Food Security

As humanity pursues a safer, more equitable place for all, one concern overlooked by many is the stability (or lack thereof) of food development throughout the world. From war and poverty to natural disasters and climate change, many obstacles impede the production and transportation of food, affecting nearly 2.3 billion people worldwide. Technological advancements are poised to revolutionize our current systems of food distribution and growth. However, they can be extremely disruptive to local environments and communities, and often lead to the death of traditional techniques and culture. Should humanity pursue the spread of technology in an effort to modernize our current systems of food distribution and growth? Or should the preservation of tradition be the focal point to solving these crises? Welcome to the greatest debate between heritage and innovation.