food production and distribution in the world today?
Despite Malthusian predictions to the contrary, there is generally enough food currently available to adequately feed the world's six billion people. In fact, Searchinger (2011) recently observed that, "Economists have made such a fuss about how complicated the food crisis is that they have created the impression that it has no ready solution. . . . This view is wrong" (p. 14). Indeed, agricultural crop production has continued to keep pace with population growth, with record-setting grain production being achieved in 2010 (Searchinger, 2011). The real problems with food production and distribution in the world today relate to rising demand during a period when an increasing amount of food crops are being diverted for the production of biofuels. In this regard, Searchinger emphasizes that, "Since 2004, biofuels from crops have almost doubled the rate of growth in global demand for grain and…...

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Kaufman, C. & Heri, S. (2007). Liberalizing trade in agriculture and food security - Mission impossible? Vanderbilt Journal of Transnational Law, 40(4), 1039-1041.

Miller, C. (2003). In the sweat of our brow: Citizenship in American domestic practice during

WW II-victory gardens. The Journal of American Culture, 26(3), 395-397.

Searchinger, T. (2011, July). A quick fix to the food crisis. Scientific American, 305(1), 14.

In terms of product line the similarities are only identified in terms of a large business segment namely food production industry. The business line of Dean Foods is milk and dairy and Kellogg is focused on cereals and related processed foods. Seaboard and Tyson has similarities in their business segment in relation to meet processing of pork. However Seaboard is pursuing a diversified portfolio in relation to wheat, sugar, and citrus. Whereas the business diversification of Tyson is in meat chicken, poultry, and other portion-based food segments. The overall industry holds a large number of businesses and all four companies have a different business segment. Hence the similarities for business line are not advisable.
The Industry however faces similar political, economic, social, legal, environmental, and technological environments to certain degree. The micro and macro environmental effects of economy are experienced in the industry thorough out the corporations. The companies are…...

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References:

Dean Foods. (2012, February 27). Recap: 2011 Annual Report. Retrieved from deanfoods.com:  http://www.deanfoods.com/media/55677/df_2011_annualreport.pdf 

 http://www.seaboardcorp.com/wp-content/uploads/downloads/2013/03/2012-CLEAN-Printer-version.pdf 

Kellogg Co. (2012). About Kellogg Company. Retrieved 04-01, 2013, from Kelloggs.com:  http://www.kelloggcompany.com/en_US/our-heritage.html 

Seaboard Corporation. (2012). Seaboard Corporation 2012 Annual Report.Retrieved March 29, 2013.

Biofuels Production and Food Production
Biofuels and bio-products have emerged as important and positive elements for the environment with regards to lessening greenhouse gas emissions and decreasing the usage of fossil energy. In the past few years, the modern world has been characterized by increased biofuel development, which is primarily fueled by subsidies, mandates, and policies of exports and imports across various countries. While biofuels have helped in dealing with the emission of greenhouse gases that contribute to global warming, it has also contributed to significant impacts on food production. The effect of biofuel production on food production has been evident in the increase in food prices throughout the globe. This major impact has emerged from the increased use and diversion of food crops to production of biofuels, which in turn significantly increases food prices across the globe.

Despite being produced in other countries, biofuels are mostly produced in Brazil, the European…...

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References

"Agriculture." (n.d.). Chapter 10. Retrieved from Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools

website:  http://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/cms/lib/NC01001395/Centricity/Domain/1217/ch10agriculture.ppt 

"Effects of Biofuels on the Environment, Crop and Food Prices." (2011, July 1). The Crop Site.

Retrieved April 7, 2015, from

Food
Genetically Modified Crops -- America says 'Yes' while the European Union and the Sudan says 'No!

Recently, the famine-stricken nation of the Sudan turned away an entire load of crops and seeds that could have filled the bellies of many of its hungry citizens. hy did it do so? as it madness? No, it was because of the fact that the products in question contained genetically modified crops. "Eat GM or Starve," said the United States, according to an association designed to prevent the introduction of GM crops into the international as well as the national food supply. (OCO, 2004) Proponents of these crops, however, pointed out that the genetic modifications were to make the crops more disease resistant and hardier to the harsh climates of the Sudan.

Genetically modified crops remain one of the most controversial agricultural issues today. Despite fears regarding the safety of these so-called franken-foods, and the resistance…...

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Works Cited

Conference on Coexistence -- COC. (2004) Retrieved on September 20, 2004 at http://www.foeeurope.org/GMOs/conference/home.htm

U.S. bullying impoverished Sudan." (March 19, 2004) Organic Consumers Organization (OCO). Retrieved on September 20, 2004 at http://www.organicconsumers.org/ge/sudan031904.cfm

Essay Topic Examples
1. Innovations in Vertical Farming: A Step Towards Sustainable Urban Food roduction
    This topic explores how the advancements in vertical farming technologies could revolutionize urban agriculture, reducing the reliance on rural farmlands and decreasing transportation emissions by bringing food production closer to consumers in city areas.

2. The Implications of Lab-Grown Meat on Traditional Agriculture and Climate Change
    Essay on this topic would examine the future of lab-grown or cultured meat, its potential to reduce the environmental footprint of livestock farming, and the social and economic impacts it might have on traditional farming communities around the world.

3. The Integration of Artificial Intelligence in Agriculture: Balancing Efficiency and Employment
    This essay would analyze how the integration of AI in agricultural practices could transform food production through increased efficiency and yields, while also discussing the potential job displacement for agricultural workers and the ethical considerations therein.

4. The Role of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) in…...

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Primary Sources

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. \"The future of food and agriculture – Trends and challenges.\" Rome: FAO, 2017.

Godfray, H. Charles J., et al. \"Food Security: The Challenge of Feeding 9 Billion People.\" Science, vol. 327, no. 5967, 2010, pp. 812-818.

Wheeler, Tim, and Joachim von Braun. \"Climate Change Impacts on Global Food Security.\" Science, vol. 341, no. 6145, 2013, pp. 508-513.

Searchinger, Timothy, et al. \"Creating a Sustainable Food Future: A Menu of Solutions to Sustainably Feed More Than 9 Billion People by 2050.\" World Resources Institute, 2019.

Willett, Walter, et al. \"Food in the Anthropocene: the EAT–Lancet Commission on healthy diets from sustainable food systems.\" The Lancet, vol. 393, no. 10170, 2019, pp. 447-492.

Food Prices
Heading Towards a Future of Food Insecurity

We have all had the experience of going to the grocery store, picking up a box of cereal or a bunch of bananas, and finding ourselves surprised, or even shocked, at how much more it costs than it had just a week before. Most of us, after that initial surprise, will chalk that rise in prices down to inflation and either put the item back or sigh and put it into our cart, thinking that such increases in price are a natural part of life due to inflation.

However, there are a number of other reasons why food prices rise, and one in particular ensures that the prices for basic foodstuffs will continue to rise for the foreseeable future. This paper examines how the price of food will continue to rise in tandem with the rate and degree of climate change. This relationship is…...

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References

Peters, G. (2011). A Look Behind Rising Food Prices: Population Growth; Rising Oil Prices; Weather Events. Retrieved from  http://ourfiniteworld.com/2011/02/16/a-look-behind-rising-food-prices-population-growth-rising-oil-prices-weather-events/ .

The Telegraph (2012). Extreme weather will push food prices higher, consumers warned. Retrieved from  http://www.telegraph.co.uk/finance/personalfinance/consumertips/household-bills/9520973/Extreme-weather-will-push-food-prices-higher-consumers-warned.html .

The following graph documents recent increases in food costs, a relationship that necessarily reflects a range of causes but reflects as the primary cause the effects of climate change:

downgraded for use only as animal food. Historic flooding in Pakistan damaged grain crops there as well. Right now severe drought is threatening the wheat crop in parts of China.

Production, Costs, And Profits
Business is booming at a local fast food restaurant. It is contemplating adding a new grill and French fry machine, but the day supervisor suggests simply adding more workers. How should the manager decide which alternative to pursue? What would happen if too much labor is hired without an addition to capital? Explain using economic terms.

It is difficult to answer this question without understanding the current capacity of the restaurant. In order to truly answer this question, one would have to understand if there are already workers dedicated to running the grill and French fry machines in a way that they already operating at or near full capacity. If the answer to that question is no, then increasing production may be a simple matter of increasing the number of employees, so that an employee could be dedicated to running the food preparation equipment, thus maximizing potential output.…...

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References

Baker, S. (2000). Marginal cost and the output rate under competition. Retrieved February 7,

2012 from University of South Carolina website: http://hadm.sph.sc.edu/Courses/Econ/MCost/Mcost.html

Rittenberg Libby and T. Tregarthen. (2009). Chapter 8: Production and Costs. Sections 1-

4 Principles of Microeconomics. FlatworldKnowledge.com. Retrieved December 2, 2011 from:  http://catalog.flatworldknowledge.com/bookhub/reader/21#

Food Security and Feeling Secure in the World:
The critical links between food security and social justice

When evaluating the relative security of a nation, it is only natural to focus upon 'showier' aspects of security, such as the need to ensure that a nation's borders are protected from a military onslaught or terrorist attack. However, security must be conceptualized in a broader fashion to also include socio-economic equality and the right to feel safe and secure in one's person. The issue of food security and food distribution is an area of increasing concern in America and in the world at large. Food security affects the health of the nation and also the relative contentment of people and their belief in the ability to secure the American dream of social mobility. General issues of community health and hygiene are intimately related to food security, given that the concerns about access to safe…...

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References

Access to healthy affordable food. (2014). Public Health Law Center.

Retrieved from:

 http://publichealthlawcenter.org/topics/healthy-eating/access-healthy-affordable-food 

Food security in the U.S. (2014). USDA. Retrieved from:

A farmer in each year can produce enough food to feed a hundred people, according to Pollan (2001), but this productivity comes with a heavy price: "The modern industrial farmer cannot grow that much food without large quantities of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, machinery, and fuel. This expensive set of 'inputs,' as they are called, saddles the farmer with debt, jeopardizes his health, erodes his soil and ruins its fertility, pollutes the groundwater, and compromises the safety of the food we eat" (Pollan, 2001, p. 190). These accrued costs accumulated through generations may lead to catastrophic consequences such as global warming and scarcity of edible food and drinkable water.
The drive to industrial efficiency blinded us to several hidden costs of food production. Orr (1994) identifies six of the costs that, if we intend to maintain sustainable growth, need to be curbed. The first obvious cost of industrial food production is…...

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References

McDonough, W., & Braungart, M. (2002) From cradle to cradle: remaking the way we make things. New York: North Point Press.

Orr, D.W. (1994) Earth in mind: on education, environment, and the human prospect. Washington, DC: Island Press.

Pollan, M. (2001) The Botany of desire: a plant's eye view of the world. New York: Random House.

production of food products has changed dramatically over the past several years. Technological changes in machinery, increased use of better and more expedient forms of transportation, and improved fertilizers have all contributed to a more efficient food production process. This more efficient process, however, has not come with some requisite problems.
The existing system of delivering food products in the United States is a major contributor to the world's global warming problem. The largest contributor to global warming is the use of fossil fuels. One study released in 2000 estimated that nearly ten percent of all the energy used in the United States was consumed by the food industry. (Heller, 2000).

This large use of fossil fuels is generated throughout the food production and delivering industry. A large measure of this use is through the extensive reliance upon artificial fertilizers and pesticides. Although the use of these products results in increased…...

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References

Center for Disease Control. (2003). Diabetes Public Health Resource. Retrieved December 4, 2010, from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:  http://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/pubs/figuretext.htm#fig1 

Eckholm, E. (2010, August 11). Farmers Lean to Truce on Animals' Close Quarters. The New York Times .

Eisnitz, G.A. (2006). Slaugherhouse: The Shocking Story of Greed, Neglect, and Inhuman Treatment Inside the U.S. Meat Industry. Prometheus Books.

Fossil Fuels. (n.d.). Retrieved December 3, 2010, from U.S. Department of Energy: http://www.energy.gov/energysources/fossilfuels.htm

In developing countries, consumers are more affected for two reasons. One is that consumers are more likely to buy raw ingredients. ithout manufacturing entities to absorb some of the commodity price increases, consumers are left to absorb almost all of the increase (Ibid.). As a result, food prices have increased more in the developing world than in the developed world. Additionally, consumers in these countries already expend a significantly higher percentage of their income on food than do consumers in estern nations. Thus, demand for food in the developing world is price elastic and consumers suffer because they are unable to meet their food needs.

In the developed world, increased food prices suppress demand in other sectors of the economy, which can cause minor shocks in employment and investment in some businesses and industries. In the developing world, food price shocks can result in starvation and civil unrest. The recent wave…...

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Works Cited

Lapidos, Juliet. (2008) "Why are Global Food Prices Soaring?" Slate. Retrieved December 4, 2008 at  http://www.slate.com/id/2187882/ 

Wiewel, Wim & Persky, Joseph. (2002) Suburban Sprawl M.E. Sharpe, Armonk NY, 2002.

Barnier, Michael. (2008) "Europe is Key to Solving Food Crisis" Tehran Times. Retrieved December 4, 2008 at  http://www.tehrantimes.com/index_View.asp?code=184060 

Clayton, Mark. (2008) "As Global Food Costs Rise, are Biofuels to Blame?" Christian Science Monitor. Retrieved December 4, 2008 at  http://www.csmonitor.com/2008/0128/p03s03-usec.html

Food Supply
The book Food First: Beyond the Myth of Scarcity makes a clear argument against the existence of "a world hunger crisis." Lappe and Collins support their main thesis that rather than a "global food shortage," we are facing an unequal distribution system. The book discusses the development of our current food production and distribution systems. It supports the idea that there is in reality enough food production to supply everyone on earth with an adequate amount of calories, but that there is much wasted energy in the production, packaging and distribution of food to certain parts of the world. The main thesis of the book is that there is actually no real food shortage, just an unequal distribution to certain parts of the world.

Lappe and Collins open Chapter four with the idea that in order to meet the nutritional needs of a society, a food production system must…...

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Works Cited

Lappe. Franics Moore and Joseph Collins. Food First: Beyond the Myth of Scarcity. New York:

Random House, 1981.

Validation of Commercial Baking as an Effective Step to Control/Inactivate Salmonella in Baked Products
Major findings, analysis and conclusions

Description of the baking industry and baking emphasis in the United States.

Purpose and structure of importance

Description of the problem being addressed and its importance to the practice of applied food safety

Process of Consultation

Outline how the client (ABA) will be engaged and carefully define the problem

Identification of key stakeholders

Overview and feedback of findings and results

ecommended actions and dissemination of these recommendations

Plans for implementation and measurement

Major findings. The U.S. had approximately 167,600 baker positions available in 2012 and around 6% of these were self-employed (Bakery business, 2016). Although industry analysts project sustained growth in the U.S. baking industry, this growth will not be on par with other industries (Bakery business, 2016). Currently, the U.S. baking industry is a nearly $310 billion industry that has enjoyed a remarkably safe record for the production of shelf stable…...

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References

About us. (2016). American Bakers Association. Retrieved from bakers.org/.http://www.american

Albion, R. G. & Williamson, H. F. (1944). The growth of the American economy: An introduction to the economic history of the United States. New York: Prentice-Hall.

Bakery business. (2016). SBDC Net. Retrieved from  http://www.sbdcnet.org/small-business-research-reports/bakery-business-2014 .

Baking industry economic impact study, 2016). American Bakers Association. Retrieved from http://www.americanbakers.org/industry-data/.

Essay Topic Examples
1. The Impact of Globalization on Food Safety: Opportunities and Challenges:
    Explore how globalization has affected food production and distribution, bringing diverse food choices to consumers worldwide but also introducing complex food safety concerns. Delve into the challenges posed by longer supply chains, variations in safety standards across different countries, and the increased risk of large-scale foodborne illness outbreaks.

2. The Role of Technology in Enhancing Food Safety:
    Examine the technological advancements that are helping to ensure our food's safety from farm to table. Discuss innovations such as blockchain for traceability, AI for contamination detection, and improvements in food preservation techniques, analyzing how these developments contribute to preventing foodborne diseases and ensuring consumer confidence.

3. Food Safety Regulations: A Comparison Between Developed and Developing Countries:
    Compare and contrast the food safety regulatory frameworks of developed countries with those of developing nations. Highlight how disparities in economic resources, infrastructure, and regulatory enforcement impact the…...

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Primary Sources

U.S. Food and Drug Administration. \"Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA).\" U.S. Food and Drug Administration, 2017. Web.

World Health Organization. \"Five Keys to Safer Food Manual.\" World Health Organization, 2006. Web.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. \"Surveillance for Foodborne Disease Outbreaks United States, 2017: Annual Report.\" CDC, 2019. Web.

Food Safety and Inspection Service. \"Pathogen Reduction: HACCP and the Poultry Slaughter Rule.\" United States Department of Agriculture, 2015. Web.

Jongen, W. \"Improving the Safety of Fresh Fruit and Vegetables.\" Food & Agriculture Org., 2005. Web.

Examples like this occur throughout the EU, whereas at one point many nations within Europe had their own industries for most goods.
The standard of living in Europe has increased over the time that the EU has been around, but that can be said of most nations on Earth. The key to evaluating Europe's progress under the EU experiment is to consider if the standard of living in Europe is higher today than it would have been without the EU. This is actually debatable. Certainly, these nations have avoided war with each other, something that they could not manage to do prior to the EU. In addition, the nations within the EU have by far exceeded the success of the former Communist nations, or nearby nations like Turkey. Yet, one cannot really make the case that the EU nations are vastly ahead of non-EU nations like Switzerland or Norway. Those…...

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Works Cited:

Investopedia. (2012). Production possibility frontier, growth, opportunity cost and trade. Investopedia. Retrieved May 14, 2012 from  http://www.investopedia.com/university/economics/economics2.asp#axzz1ureHpKlk 

Landsburg, L. (2007). Comparative advantage. Library of Economics and Liberty. Retrieved May 14, 2012 from  http://www.econlib.org/library/Topics/Details/comparativeadvantage.html 

Rittenberg, L. & Tregarthen, T. (2009). Principles of Microeconomics. FlatworldKnowledge.com

Certainly! Here are some science essay topic suggestions:

1. The impact of climate change on the environment.
2. The role of renewable energy sources in reducing carbon emissions.
3. Exploring the potential health benefits of genetic engineering.
4. The effects of plastic pollution on marine life and ecosystems.
5. The future of space exploration and its potential for human colonization.
6. The ethical considerations of using animal testing in medical research.
7. The development and implications of artificial intelligence in various fields.
8. The challenges and benefits of using nanotechnology in medicine.
9. Exploring the effects of deforestation on biodiversity and climate change.
10. The impact of technology on human....

Thesis Statement:

The aquaculture industry in the Philippines has the potential to be a significant contributor to the country's economic growth and food security through sustainable practices and technological advancements, while addressing environmental concerns and ensuring the well-being of coastal communities.

Elaboration:

1. Aquaculture's Economic Importance:

- The aquaculture industry in the Philippines has the potential to contribute significantly to the country's economy.
- By promoting responsible aquaculture practices, the industry can generate income and employment opportunities, especially in coastal regions.
- Sustainable aquaculture can also ensure a steady supply of seafood, reducing the country's reliance on imports and increasing export potential.

2. Food Security and Sustainable....

Thesis Statement:

Fast food consumption has become an increasingly prevalent dietary trend, contributing to significant health concerns and societal implications.

Feedback:

The thesis statement effectively captures the core issue of fast food consumption and its multifaceted impact. It acknowledges the increasing prevalence of fast food consumption and highlights the health concerns and societal implications associated with it. The statement is specific, clear, and provides a roadmap for the exploration of the topic.

Brainstorming Alternative Thesis Statements:

The detrimental health consequences of fast food consumption pose a significant threat to public health, necessitating urgent measures to mitigate its impact.
The proliferation of fast food outlets....

1. The Benefits of a Vegan Lifestyle: Health, Environment, and Ethics

2. Exploring the Ethics and Philosophy Behind Veganism

3. Veganism: A Sustainable Solution to Combat Climate Change

4. The Rise of Veganism: A Cultural Shift Towards Plant-Based Living

5. The Health Benefits of a Vegan Diet: Fact or Fad?

6. Understanding the Environmental Impact of Animal Agriculture and the Case for Veganism

7. Veganism and Animal Rights: Ending the Exploitation of Animals for Food

8. The Vegan Movement: How Social Media and Celebrity Advocacy are Influencing Change

9. From Farm to Table: A Look at the Process of Food Production and the Importance of Veganism

10. Debunking Common....