Agriculture Quote by Michael Shellenberger
“Less land is being converted into agriculture globally in part because farmers are growing more food on less land.”
About This Quote
Source Report: UN Food and Agriculture Organization, 2020
Global agriculture uses less land because yields have increased, reducing the need for expansion.
In simple terms: Higher yields mean less land needed for food.
Key Takeaway
Support sustainable intensification.
Themes
sustainability
agriculture
technology
food security
Mood
analytical
concerned
Type
informative
strategic
When to use this quote
- Policy planning
- farm investment decisions
- environmental impact assessments
- urban development
Key Concepts
yield improvement
land use efficiency
precision farming
Questions to Reflect On
- What technologies can boost yields responsibly?
- How to balance land conservation with food demand?
A Different Perspective
Intensification can increase chemical use and biodiversity loss.
