Economic Impact of Conventional Mr. Bailey Agri-science

Is the money generated from selling conventional produce rising?

Why is it cheaper than organic produce? Conventional farmers get subsidies Subsidy - governmental aid paid to farmers to supplement their income $20 billion per year More easily accessible Less labor requirements Generates a price floor on how low a product can be priced

Is there a problem with producing excess produce? Excess food can be stored Exported overseas to “undeveloped” countries But scientist say we are not raising enough food

World Food Growth Demand

Wheat Production and Stagnation

Are there benefits to rising conventional produce? Agricultural Subsidies Less animal emissions (methane) Less farmland being used due to better efficiency Produces massive amounts of food

How much money does conventional produce generate for the agricultural industry?

Exit Slip Explain why conventional produce is cheaper than organic produce. Give one example of a way we use excess produce. List two benefits of rising produce conventionally.