Urgent Call for the Agricultural Empowerment in the Modern Era

Cultivating Sustainable Solutions for Global Food Security

Hunger crises worsen with each passing day in developed, developing, and underdeveloped countries. You would agree with me that developed countries are also experiencing a hunger crisis, and it is a fairy tale to believe that everyone in a developing country is so wealthy that they can eat three times a day.

Instead of focusing solely on the basics of the hunger crisis, we are working hard, if not struggling, to assist or timely feed poor people and those suffering from malnutrition. That is also a joke, because no state can feed everyone. We consider ourselves being more modern due to technological advancements.

But wait a minute, is it true or just a made-up fantasy!

I am not considering it in the distant past, perhaps 500 years ago. No. I’d like to talk about an era to which we can both relate. Let’s go back 70 years. We used to farm, so we’re more focused on the agricultural side.

At the time, we did have homeopathic medicines, learning medium, and transportation. But, education were based solely on published books or articles that were difficult to find.

Does it show any signs of hunger? No. Because humans focus their efforts primarily on agriculture in order to produce various food products.

My father and grandfather both told me that they had lost a variety of food items today. We had various types of rice, and today there are fewer because we did not continue farming and lost the seeds.

According to Reuters, we are on the verge of losing approximately 1 million species, and this is no joke. This is the result of our so-called stragies, which focus solely on technology while ignoring the importance of agriculture.

We had various types of trees and other plants, but we were unable to keep them and lost.

Today, I see malnourished people in many parts of the world, including developed, developing and underdeveloped countries.

I’m just talking about humans here, but there’s a huge negative impact on animals and plants.

I question myself. Why are people hungry? We have fertile land in the majority of developing and developed areas, but people are dying from hunger. And yes, we know the answer.

The answer is not a lack of high-tech machinery or job opportunities. The entire burden or blame rests on the economy. But what is the economy? Why are people considering that once the government officials receive the funds, they will open organizations and offer jobs in exchange for a one-time meal.

Why isn’t there more promotion of agricultural activities around the world? Why is this processed food using different chemicals being promoted globally?

This is once again astonishing to learn that people work day and night, earning a lot of money and posting pictures on social media while eating unhealthy processed foods, contracting various diseases, and guess what? I’ve seen villages where 110-year-old women are physically working and doing all of the household chores.

It’s perplexing to see how little emphasis is placed on promoting agricultural activities around the world, especially given the potential benefits to communities. Governments that invest in agriculture can create long-term job opportunities and ensure food security for their citizens. Instead, there appears to be a global push towards promoting processed food, which not only has negative health implications but also undermines the efforts of hardworking individuals in rural areas.

There are still many issues to address. As previously stated, people with high incomes are unable to survive because they consume unhealthy foods. Agriculture is no longer worthy of trust. It is due to the use of various chemicals, and farming is not dependable. So, even if you make a lot of money, you will eat unhealthy foods and die for a variety of reasons other than hunger.

This also addresses the importance of agricultural work or skills in ensuring the true essence of food rather than simply eating it.

People here rely on the so-called idea of getting a job and then earning money for their families. And hunger crises are on the rise because our minds are preoccupied with finding a job. So, what is that job? Is it a skill to get a meal? No, it is not.

The world has been experiencing a hunger crisis for a long time, and even the world’s most powerful leaders are only working to help the people. You cannot feed every person or animal three times per day. So why are you taking on their responsibilities?

GHI Severity Scale

Indicator

Severity scale

GHI

≥50: extremely alarming

35–49.9: alarming

20–34.9: serious

10–19.9: moderate

≤9.9: low

Source: International Food Policy Research Institute. Understanding the GHI.

According to the data, there is now enough space to rely solely on humanitarian aid.

You cannot go out into malnourished areas and give a bottle of water while taking a selfie. Thats not the Solution.

They need to eat properly three times a day. It’s not about a one-year visit. It’s about providing sustainable solutions that address the root causes of malnutrition and food insecurity. This includes supporting local agriculture, improving access to education and healthcare, and empowering communities to become self-sufficient in food production. By doing so, we can help break the cycle of dependency on humanitarian aid and ensure long-term food security for all.

World leaders should not believe that they will feed the people, but rather empower them. People must be able to find food and live comfortably on their own. Even after so much development, we are unable to live or eat well. This is not an achievement, but rather a collective failure.

The world should consider education for its people so that they can move on to their real work in agriculture. Human minds are so amazing that they can work wonders for agriculture and provide unlimited food. We don’t need a processed food aid. We need to have a clear direction. Individuals can become self-sufficient by learning how to cultivate their own food and receiving agricultural education and resources. This not only ensures a consistent supply of nutritious food, but also allows people to take control of their own lives. With the right guidance and support, communities can thrive and overcome food insecurity.

Of course, we can get education to learn technology and work in any organization, but what we need to do right now is be efficient in farming so that the world does not have to worry about a hunger crisis. We will work together to address technological and societal issues.