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The Habitable Planet

Agriculture (#107)

Will world population outrun food resources? The "Green Revolution" of the 20th century multiplied crop yields, in part through increasing inputs of pesticides and fertilizers. How can farmers reduce their use of agricultural chemicals and still produce enough food?
[28 minutes]

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Grade Levels
9-12
Curricular Areas
Science & Technology
Series Length
13 episodes
Average Episode Length
28 minutes
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Series Description: This series begins with an overview of the Earth's systems — geophysical, atmospheric, oceanic, and ecosystems — as they exist independently of human influence and explores the effect that human activities have on the different natural systems. Topics include human population growth and resource use, increasing competition for fresh water, and climate change.

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