IB ESS — Topic 5.2

Agriculture and food

Topic 5.2 examines terrestrial food production systems, including industrial agriculture, organic farming, and the Green Revolution. Students evaluate the environmental impacts of different agricultural practices, soil degradation, and strategies for sustainable food production.

Sub-topics in Topic 5.2

5.2.1Terrestrial food production systems5.2.2Intensive vs extensive agriculture5.2.3Environmental impacts of agriculture5.2.4Food choices and diets5.2.5Sustainable agriculture5.2.6Soil conservation methods

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