Bread Quote by Norman Borlaug
“Therefore I feel that the aforementioned guiding principle must be modified to read: If you desire peace, cultivate justice, but at the same time cultivate the fields to produce more bread; otherwise there will be no peace.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: International Food Policy Conference, 1972
Peace requires both justice and sufficient food production; without material security, peace cannot endure.
In simple terms: Peace needs justice and food.
Key Takeaway
Ensure food security while pursuing justice.
Themes
peace
justice
food security
policy
agriculture
Mood
hopeful
serious
Type
political
inspirational
When to use this quote
- development planning
- government policy
- community building
- conflict prevention
Key Concepts
sustainability
equity
resource allocation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies balance justice with resource production?
- What policies ensure food security supports peace?
A Different Perspective
Peace may be fragile if economic needs are unmet.
