Food Systems and Sustainability

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What is the primary goal of sustainable food systems?

  1. To maximize food production.

  2. To minimize environmental impact.

  3. To ensure food security for all.

  4. To promote economic growth.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Sustainable food systems aim to provide enough food for everyone while minimizing environmental impact and promoting social justice.

Which of the following is NOT a key component of sustainable food systems?

  1. Biodiversity.

  2. Resilience.

  3. Efficiency.

  4. Equity.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Efficiency is not a key component of sustainable food systems, as it often comes at the expense of other important factors such as biodiversity, resilience, and equity.

What is the term used to describe the process of converting food waste into energy or other useful products?

  1. Food composting.

  2. Food recycling.

  3. Food upcycling.

  4. Food repurposing.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Food upcycling refers to the process of transforming food waste into new products of higher value, such as animal feed, biofuels, or cosmetics.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of sustainable food systems?

  1. Improved public health.

  2. Reduced greenhouse gas emissions.

  3. Increased biodiversity.

  4. Higher food prices.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sustainable food systems aim to provide affordable and nutritious food for all, so higher food prices are not a benefit.

What is the term used to describe the practice of growing crops and raising livestock in close proximity?

  1. Agroforestry.

  2. Permaculture.

  3. Polyculture.

  4. Aquaculture.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Polyculture refers to the practice of growing multiple crops or raising multiple livestock species in the same area, which can improve biodiversity and resilience.

Which of the following is NOT a challenge facing sustainable food systems?

  1. Climate change.

  2. Population growth.

  3. Food waste.

  4. Technological advancements.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Technological advancements can contribute to sustainable food systems by improving efficiency and reducing environmental impact.

What is the term used to describe the practice of purchasing food directly from farmers or local producers?

  1. Farm-to-table.

  2. Community-supported agriculture.

  3. Local food movement.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above terms refer to the practice of purchasing food directly from farmers or local producers, which can support sustainable food systems.

Which of the following is NOT a key principle of agroecology?

  1. Diversity.

  2. Resilience.

  3. Efficiency.

  4. Equity.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Efficiency is not a key principle of agroecology, as it often comes at the expense of other important factors such as diversity, resilience, and equity.

What is the term used to describe the practice of reducing food waste by planning meals, using leftovers, and storing food properly?

  1. Food conservation.

  2. Food preservation.

  3. Food management.

  4. Food stewardship.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Food management refers to the practice of reducing food waste by planning meals, using leftovers, and storing food properly.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of sustainable food systems for farmers?

  1. Increased resilience to climate change.

  2. Reduced input costs.

  3. Improved soil health.

  4. Higher profits.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sustainable food systems do not necessarily lead to higher profits for farmers, as they often require more labor and investment.

What is the term used to describe the practice of using microorganisms to break down organic matter and produce nutrients for plants?

  1. Composting.

  2. Vermicomposting.

  3. Anaerobic digestion.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above terms refer to the practice of using microorganisms to break down organic matter and produce nutrients for plants.

Which of the following is NOT a key challenge facing food security in developing countries?

  1. Poverty.

  2. Conflict.

  3. Climate change.

  4. Overproduction.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Overproduction is not a key challenge facing food security in developing countries, as they often struggle to produce enough food to meet their needs.

What is the term used to describe the practice of growing crops in vertical layers, often in urban areas?

  1. Hydroponics.

  2. Aquaponics.

  3. Vertical farming.

  4. Aeroponics.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Vertical farming refers to the practice of growing crops in vertical layers, often in urban areas, to maximize space and resources.

Which of the following is NOT a key principle of food justice?

  1. Equity.

  2. Access.

  3. Affordability.

  4. Sustainability.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sustainability is not a key principle of food justice, as it is more concerned with social and economic justice than environmental sustainability.

What is the term used to describe the practice of rotating crops in a field to improve soil health and reduce pests?

  1. Crop rotation.

  2. Intercropping.

  3. Agroforestry.

  4. Permaculture.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Crop rotation refers to the practice of rotating crops in a field to improve soil health and reduce pests.

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