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Modern Issues in Food & Agriculture

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Modern Issues in Food & Agriculture

Ce cours fait partie de Spécialisation "Agribusiness and Sustainable Food Production Economics "

Instructeurs : Ailie Elmore

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Ce que vous apprendrez

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.

Compétences que vous acquerrez

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

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Il y a 4 modules dans ce cours

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.

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16 vidéos12 lectures2 devoirs3 plugins

16 vidéosTotal 59 minutes

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

12 lecturesTotal 76 minutes

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

2 devoirsTotal 60 minutes

Module 1 Quiz30 minutes
Orientation Quiz30 minutes

3 pluginsTotal 12 minutes

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

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.

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8 vidéos7 lectures1 devoir

8 vidéosTotal 35 minutes

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

7 lecturesTotal 16 minutes

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

1 devoirTotal 30 minutes

Module 2 Quiz30 minutes

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.

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16 vidéos4 lectures1 devoir2 plugins

16 vidéosTotal 70 minutes

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

4 lecturesTotal 23 minutes

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

1 devoirTotal 30 minutes

Module 3 Quiz30 minutes

2 pluginsTotal 10 minutes

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

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!

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9 vidéos9 lectures2 devoirs

9 vidéosTotal 44 minutes

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

9 lecturesTotal 46 minutes

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

2 devoirsTotal 120 minutes

Module 4 Quiz30 minutes
Final Assessment | Quiz90 minutes

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Révisé le 16 avr. 2026

Excellent introduction to issues on the agriculture sector.

Révisé le 24 févr. 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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