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ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS:
Watch the following 2 videos on the Dust Bowl (5 minutes each):
1) What were the causes of the Dust Bowl? What actions were taken to reverse it and to mitigate future occurrences (refer to the two short videos)?
2) Which anthropogenic factors affecting global farming systems do you think are the most critical to resolve in order to achieve global food security by 2050?
HOW TO WORK ON THIS ASSIGNMENT (EXAMPLE ESSAY / DRAFT)
The Dust Bowl of the 1930s was a major ecological and agricultural disaster that occurred in the Great Plains region of the United States. The primary causes of the Dust Bowl were a combination of natural and human factors, including drought, high winds, and poor farming practices such as over-cultivation and overgrazing.
The two videos provide a comprehensive overview of the causes of the Dust Bowl and the actions taken to reverse it and mitigate future occurrences. The first video describes the economic and environmental conditions that led to the Dust Bowl, including the expansion of agriculture in the Great Plains, the overuse of natural resources, and severe weather conditions. The second video focuses on the efforts to address the Dust Bowl, including the implementation of conservation practices, soil and water conservation programs, and the resettlement of farmers in less vulnerable areas.
Looking forward, achieving global food security by 2050 will require addressing a number of anthropogenic factors affecting global farming systems. Among the most critical factors to resolve are climate change, soil degradation, water scarcity, and food waste. Climate change is leading to more frequent and severe weather events that can harm crop yields and reduce food production. Soil degradation is making it increasingly difficult to grow crops, while water scarcity is making it difficult to irrigate crops and maintain water supplies. Finally, food waste is a major contributor to global food insecurity, and reducing waste will require changes in consumer behavior and improvements in supply chain management.
In conclusion, understanding the causes of the Dust Bowl and the actions taken to reverse it provides valuable lessons for addressing the global challenges facing farming systems today. By addressing critical anthropogenic factors, such as climate change, soil degradation, water scarcity, and food waste, we can work towards achieving global food security by 2050.
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