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Modern Issues in Food & Agriculture

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Modern Issues in Food & Agriculture

Dieser Kurs ist Teil von Spezialisierung „Agribusiness and Sustainable Food Production Economics “

Dozenten: Ailie Elmore

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Describe and evaluate sustainable agricultural practices and conservation strategies in food production agriculture.
Examine how consumer behavior and trends influence agricultural practices and food policy.
Explore the evolution and advancements in technological innovations in agriculture and assess their impacts on food production and sustainability.
Investigate the development and impact of key policies and regulations on agricultural sustainability and food production.

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Kategorie: Climate Change Mitigation
Kategorie: Sustainable Development
Kategorie: Packaging and Labeling
Kategorie: Environmental Policy
Kategorie: Emerging Technologies
Kategorie: Sustainability Standards
Kategorie: Sustainable Systems
Kategorie: Economics
Kategorie: Economic Development
Kategorie: Socioeconomics
Kategorie: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG)
Kategorie: Environment and Resource Management
Kategorie: Consumer Behaviour
Kategorie: Public Policies
Kategorie: Policy Analysis
Kategorie: Food and Beverage
Kategorie: Climate Change Adaptation
Kategorie: Food Safety and Sanitation
Kategorie: Biotechnology

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In diesem Kurs gibt es 4 Module

With the world population expected to hit 9.7 billion by 2050, the global food system faces growing challenges to meet demand sustainably. This course examines key issues in food and agriculture, guided by industry experts and researchers. Agriculture is a dynamic, evolving sector. Upon completing this course, you'll have a comprehensive understanding of the modern challenges and innovations shaping the journey from farm to table.

This course is part of the College of ACES suite of online programs, including the 4-week graduate-level course that can be stacked toward the Agribusiness and Sustainable Food Production Economics graduate certificate and a graduate degree. To learn more about online programs from the College of ACES and explore ways to apply your Coursera work toward a degree program at the University of Illinois, visit ACES Online at acesonline.illinois.edu.

In the course orientation, you will become familiar with the course, your classmates, and our learning environment. The orientation will also help you obtain the technical skills required for the course. In the second part of this module, you will be able to explain the impact of population growth on food demand and agricultural sustainability, describe the role of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) criteria in agricultural practices, and examine the implications of CO2 pipelines on agricultural land and food production.

Das ist alles enthalten

16 Videos12 Lektüren2 Aufgaben3 Plug-ins

16 VideosInsgesamt 59 Minuten

Course Introduction2 Minuten
Meet Your Instructor | Dr. Nicholas D. Paulson2 Minuten
Meet Your Instructor | Ailie Elmore2 Minuten
Meet Your Instructor | Dr. Joana Colussi3 Minuten
Meet Your Instructor | Paul B. Stoddard2 Minuten
Module 1 Introduction3 Minuten
Population Growth and Food Demand6 Minuten
What is ESG & Why Do People Care? 5 Minuten
Manure Management5 Minuten
Economics and Measures of Sustainable Agriculture2 Minuten
Water Quality and Nutrient Management in Agriculture Production 6 Minuten
Barriers and Incentives to Adopt Sustainable Agricultural Practices6 Minuten
Global Issues in Sustainable Agriculture3 Minuten
Agricultural Production and Human Health4 Minuten
Impact of CO2 Pipelines on Agriculture6 Minuten
Module 1 Summary2 Minuten

12 LektürenInsgesamt 76 Minuten

Syllabus10 Minuten
Learn More About Flexible Pathways10 Minuten
Updating Your Profile10 Minuten
Getting to Know Your Classmates10 Minuten
Definitions: Sustainability and Food Systems2 Minuten
Climate Change Impacts on Agriculture and Food Supply5 Minuten
Fertilizer Rates Increase in the Top 10 Hog States, But Excess Nutrient Levels Are Falling2 Minuten
Cover Crops Can Influence Soil Health, Even Within the First Few Years After Adoption2 Minuten
Conservation Practices With Greater Benefits to Farmers and Ranchers Have Higher EQIP Completion Rates2 Minuten
Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy 2023 Biennial Report Executive Summary10 Minuten
Common Ground for Agriculture and Solar Energy: Federal Funding Supports Research and Development in Agrivoltaics2 Minuten
Utility-Scale Solar and Wind Development in Rural Areas11 Minuten

2 AufgabenInsgesamt 60 Minuten

Module 1 Quiz30 Minuten
Orientation Quiz30 Minuten

3 Plug-insInsgesamt 12 Minuten

Feeding the World, Climate Change, and Digital Agriculture (PBS Newshour Tipping Point: Agriculture on the Brink)4 Minuten
Illinois Extension: Regenerative Agriculture: A Family Tradition (Illinois Extension)3 Minuten
U. of I. Energy Farm & Bioenergy crops (PBS Newshour Tipping Point: Agriculture on the Brink)5 Minuten

At the conclusion of this module, you will be able to describe the impact of consumer behavior on agricultural practices and food policy, examine the economic implications of traceability and the farmer's share of the food dollar, and identify global issues related to consumer preferences and food labeling.

Das ist alles enthalten

8 Videos7 Lektüren1 Aufgabe

8 VideosInsgesamt 35 Minuten

Module 2 Introduction3 Minuten
Traceability 7 Minuten
Farmer's Share of the Food Dollar: Costs vs. Returns to the Producer3 Minuten
Consumer Behavior Over Time6 Minuten
Food Policy, Desired Attributes, and Labeling6 Minuten
Consumer Preferences and Identity Labeling4 Minuten
Consumer Behaviors: Global Issues, Politics, and Food Labeling5 Minuten
Module 2 Summary2 Minuten

7 LektürenInsgesamt 16 Minuten

Food Traceability: One Ingredient in a Safe and Efficient Food Supply2 Minuten
U.S. Consumers Increased Spending on Food Away From Home in 2023, Driving Overall Food Spending Growth2 Minuten
Calorie Labels at Restaurants: Half of Adults Notice, but Some More Than Others2 Minuten
US Farm Policy: USDA Certified Organic Production3 Minuten
Consumers’ Interpretation of Food Labels with Production Claims Can Influence Purchases2 Minuten
2018 Farm Bill Primer: Support for Local Food Systems3 Minuten
Prevalence of the “Natural” Label Varies by Food Category2 Minuten

1 AufgabeInsgesamt 30 Minuten

Module 2 Quiz30 Minuten

At the conclusion of this module, you will be able to describe the technological advancements in agriculture and their rate of adoption, explain the history, use, and application of crop genetics and gene editing, describe the evolution of pesticides and fertilizers and examine opportunities and challenges associated with these inputs, and examine the roles of information technology and artificial intelligence in agriculture and food production systems.

Das ist alles enthalten

16 Videos4 Lektüren1 Aufgabe2 Plug-ins

16 VideosInsgesamt 70 Minuten

Module 3 Introduction3 Minuten
Technological Advancements in Agriculture & Rate of Adoption5 Minuten
Technological Advancements in Agriculture: Mechanization 4 Minuten
Genetically Modified (or Engineered) Seeds (GMOs)5 Minuten
CRISPR Gene Editing Technology5 Minuten
History of Chemical & Fertilizer Use and the Green Revolution7 Minuten
Organic & Synthetic Fertilizers: Costs and Rate of Adoption3 Minuten
Biologicals: Opportunities and Challenges4 Minuten
Precision Agriculture6 Minuten
Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence3 Minuten
Costs and Benefits5 Minuten
History of Data Management and Rate of Adoption6 Minuten
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)4 Minuten
Data-Driven Decisions in Agriculture Production6 Minuten
Integration of Technology: Challenges and Opportunities4 Minuten
Module 3 Summary2 Minuten

4 LektürenInsgesamt 23 Minuten

Biotechnology1 Minute
Fertilizers & Pesticides2 Minuten
Precision Agriculture in the Digital Era: Recent Adoption on U.S. Farms10 Minuten
Agricultural Resources and Environmental Indicators, 201910 Minuten

1 AufgabeInsgesamt 30 Minuten

Module 3 Quiz30 Minuten

2 Plug-insInsgesamt 10 Minuten

Green Revolution, World Hunger and Population, Photosynthesis Efficiency (PBS Newshour Tipping Point: Agriculture on the Brink)4 Minuten
Crop Genetics, Gene Editing, GMOs, & CRISPR Genetic Engineering (PBS Newshour Tipping Point: Agriculture on the Brink)6 Minuten

At the conclusion of this module, you will be able to explain the historical development and structure of the U.S. Farm Bill, describe the programs and policies included in the U.S. Farm Bill, and examine ways the U.S. Farm Bill impacts food production, agriculture, and consumers. At the conclusion of this module, you will be ready to complete the final assessment for the course and earn your Coursera certificate!

Das ist alles enthalten

9 Videos9 Lektüren2 Aufgaben

9 VideosInsgesamt 44 Minuten

Module 4 Introduction2 Minuten
History of the U.S. Farm Bill7 Minuten
Farm Programs in the U.S. Farm Bill (Commodities, Crop Insurance, and Conservation)8 Minuten
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)5 Minuten
Biofuels and Energy3 Minuten
Trade Policy7 Minuten
Ad Hoc Assistance Programs7 Minuten
Module 4 Summary2 Minuten
Course Summary2 Minuten

9 LektürenInsgesamt 46 Minuten

What is the Farm Bill?2 Minuten
Farm Bill Primer: Conservation Title2 Minuten
2018 Farm Bill Primer: Specialty Crops and Organic Agriculture2 Minuten
Farm Bill Primer: SNAP and Nutrition Title Programs 2 Minuten
The Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS): An Overview 6 Minuten
Farm Bill Primer: Farm Safety Net Programs2 Minuten
Congratulations! 10 Minuten
Stack your Coursera coursework toward a Graduate Certificate10 Minuten
Get Your Course Certificate10 Minuten

2 AufgabenInsgesamt 120 Minuten

Module 4 Quiz30 Minuten
Final Assessment | Quiz90 Minuten

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Excellent introduction to issues on the agriculture sector.

Geprüft am 24. Feb. 2025

I enjoyed learning about food, soil and environment and this will help me a lot in regenerative and sustainable farming! Thank you Professors!

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very relevant especially on current threats in the US Agriculture

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