case studies

• What is the focus of the case study mentioned?

  Food security
• What does food security refer to in this context?

  Access to sufficient food for people
• What are food banks?

  Stores of food for public access
• How can people access food from food banks?

  By request through an agency
• Who manages the food banks mentioned?

  The Citizens Advice Bureau
• What types of food are generally required by food banks?

  Non-perishable essential foods
• What role do volunteers play in food banks?

  Check and sort food supplies
• How are individuals in need identified for food assistance?

  By doctors and social workers
• What is a voucher in the context of food assistance?

  A means to access food supplies
• What is the impact of past agricultural intensification on food security?

  It aimed to improve food production
• How did agricultural intensification change from the 1940s to the 1980s?

  It increased food production significantly
• What percentage of cereal crops did the UK import in the 1980s?

  20%
• What negative outcomes can arise from intensified farming practices?

  Environmental damage and reduced biodiversity
• What is a consequence of monoculture in farming?

  Reduced biodiversity
• What methods have been used to increase crop yields?

  Use of fertilizers and machinery
• How did the use of chemicals in farming change over time?

  Increased significantly for crop production
• What is the impact of drought on cereal crop production?

  It can lead to significant crop losses
• How many tons of cereal crops were lost due to drought in 1976?

  500,000 tons
• What is the relationship between intensive farming and environmental damage?

  Intensive farming can cause environmental harm
• What are the long-term effects of intensive farming practices?

  They can lead to soil degradation
• What is the significance of crop rotation in farming?

  It helps maintain soil health
• What is the role of technology in modern farming?

  To enhance productivity and efficiency
• How does climate change affect food security?

  It can disrupt food production systems
• What are the potential benefits of sustainable farming practices?

  They can improve long-term food security
• What is the importance of biodiversity in agriculture?

  It supports ecosystem resilience and productivity
• What is the main goal of food security initiatives?

  To ensure access to sufficient food
• How can community involvement enhance food security?

  By supporting local food systems
• What challenges do food banks face in providing assistance?

  Limited resources and increasing demand
• What is the role of education in improving food security?

  It raises awareness about food issues
• What is a key factor in achieving food security?

  Collaboration among stakeholders
• How does government policy influence food security?

  It shapes food production and distribution
• What is the impact of global trade on food security?

  It can enhance or threaten food access
• What is the significance of local food systems?

  They promote sustainability and community resilience
• What is a common challenge faced by food banks?

  Insufficient food donations
• How can technology improve food distribution?

  By optimizing logistics and reducing waste
• What are the long-term benefits of improving food security?

  Enhanced health and economic stability
• What is the role of research in food security?

  To develop innovative solutions for challenges
• What is a potential outcome of improved food security?

  Better health outcomes for communities
• How does climate variability affect agricultural practices?

  It requires adaptation to changing conditions
• What strategies can be employed to enhance food security?

  Implementing sustainable agricultural practices