Joel K. Bourne Jr. es un distinguido autor cuyo trabajo profundiza en las intrincadas relaciones entre la humanidad y el mundo natural. A través de su papel como colaborador de National Geographic y sus contribuciones a publicaciones líderes como Audubon y Science, Bourne ofrece a los lectores una visión fascinante de complejos problemas ambientales. Su formación periodística de la Universidad de Columbia, combinada con su experiencia en agronomía de la North Carolina State University, le permite explorar estos temas desde una perspectiva única. La habilidad de Bourne para destilar conceptos científicos complejos en narrativas atractivas lo convierte en una voz importante en el periodismo ambiental.
When Malthus famously outlined the brutal relationship between food and population, he never imagined the success of modern agriculture. This book is suitable for anyone concerned with what the coming decades hold for our planet and our diet if we don't take action now.
Focusing on the urgent battle against global hunger, the book features environmental journalist Joel K. Bourne Jr. as he explores innovative solutions through the eyes of farmers and scientists worldwide. He highlights efforts to revive Ukraine's agricultural strength, showcases a Canadian aquaculturist, and profiles the agronomist behind a major organic sugarcane plantation. These diverse figures exemplify the race against climate change's impact on food production, emphasizing the critical need for a new green revolution in agriculture.
Through stunning aerial photography, George Steinmetz reveals the intricate and expansive nature of global food systems, showcasing the impact of agriculture on 40 percent of the Earth's land. His decade-long journey spans over 30 countries and 24 US states, documenting the production of staples like wheat and rice, as well as fruits, vegetables, fishing, and meat. The book contrasts traditional farming practices with large-scale agribusiness, offering a comprehensive view of how food is cultivated around the world.