Excess Quote by Homaro Cantu
“I can't think of a time in the history of man when food was in excess. We're dealing with the same old problems we've dealt with for 60,000 years.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Food Future Forum, 2015
Human history has always faced food scarcity; excess is a modern illusion, and ancient problems persist.
In simple terms: Food scarcity is an age‑old problem.
Key Takeaway
Address sustainable food systems.
Themes
environment
food security
history
resource management
sustainability
Mood
thoughtful
concerned
Type
sustainable
reflective
When to use this quote
- policy planning
- agricultural innovation
- urban farming
Key Concepts
scarcity
abundance
technological change
population growth
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance modern abundance with ancient scarcity?
- What lessons from history improve food security?
A Different Perspective
Assuming excess exists can lead to wasteful policies.
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