Use of English

Feeding the Future

Food security is one of the biggest challenges the modern world (0) FACES. Although the planet produces enough food in total, millions of people still go hungry because food is not always grown, transported and shared in a fair way. In some regions, farmers struggle to make a living because of poor soil, rising costs and extreme weather. In others, food is wasted on a huge (1) .......... before it ever reaches shops or homes. Climate change has made the situation even more serious. Long periods of drought can (2) .......... crops, while sudden floods may destroy fields in just a few hours. As a result, governments and scientists are trying to come (3) .......... with better solutions, such as stronger crops and improved storage systems. However, technology alone cannot solve the problem. Food security also depends (4) .......... political stability, international trade and local planning. If prices rise too quickly, many families cannot (5) .......... basic items. In addition, conflict often prevents food from reaching the people who are most in (6) .......... of help. To deal with this global issue, countries need to work (7) .......... and invest in long-term farming methods. Only then will communities be able to (8) .......... on a stable food supply in the future.