Food production

Students should be able to describe and explain the key characteristics of agricultural systems, including the types of farming such as commercial and subsistence, as well as arable, pastoral, and mixed farming. They should understand the inputs, processes, and outputs involved in these systems, and how natural factors (like relief, climate, and soil) and human factors (such as economic and social influences) affect agricultural land use. Additionally, students should recognize the causes and impacts of food shortages, including natural disasters (like droughts, floods, and pests) and economic or political issues (such as low investment and transport challenges). They should also discuss the negative consequences of food shortages, including the need for food aid and strategies to enhance agricultural output. Case studies should include an agricultural system or farm and a country or region experiencing food shortages.