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#160 – Hannah Ritchie on why it makes sense to be optimistic about the environment

80,000 Hours Podcast

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Challenges of Agricultural Productivity in Sub-Saharan Africa

This chapter explores the significant challenges undermining agricultural productivity in sub-Saharan Africa, addressing the desperate circumstances faced by many who rely on farming for their livelihoods. It highlights the stark contrasts in crop yields and access to resources between sub-Saharan Africa and wealthier nations, emphasizing the need for investment in better practices, machinery, and inputs to drive improvement. The conversation underscores the complex interplay of economic, environmental, and historical factors that contribute to the region's ongoing struggle with food insecurity and poverty alleviation.

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