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Food shortages and their causes.

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Causes of Food Shortages

Food shortages can arise from various factors, including natural disasters like droughts and floods, as well as economic and political issues such as low investment in agriculture and transport challenges.

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    Describe two causes of food shortages and their impacts.

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Agricultural Systems Overview

Agricultural systems can be classified into commercial and subsistence farming, with further divisions into arable, pastoral, and mixed farming. Inputs include seeds, fertilizers, and labor, while outputs are the crops and livestock produced. Natural factors such as climate and soil quality, along with human factors like economic conditions, influence agricultural practices.

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    Explain the differences between commercial and subsistence farming.

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