In 9th grade history, we have learned a bit about the Agricultural Revolution of the 1700's which helped boost food production. Farmers used science to improve crop and livestock production. With more food available, people could plan to have families. As the population increased the demand for products grew, and this demand led to the inventiveness and expansion of the Industrial Revolution.
Who has saved more human lives than anyone else in history? Who won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1970?
Norman Borlaug is responsible for much of the progress humanity has made against hunger. He was an outspoken advocated for the green revolution. He also had some things to say about organic food. Here is a quote: If people want to believe that the organic food has better nutritive value, it's up to them to make that decision. .If some consumers believe that it's better from the point of view of their health to have organic food, God bless them. Let them buy it. Let them pay a bit more. It's a free society. But don't tell the world that we can feed the present population without chemical fertilizer.