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The Complicated Legacy of the Green Revolution

The Ongoing Transformation

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The Drawbacks of Wide Adaptation in Agriculture

This chapter explores the weaknesses and drawbacks of the wide adaptation approach in agriculture, especially in relation to food security and social equity. It discusses the impact of the Green Revolution on smallholder farmers, highlighting the challenges they face and the inequities caused by broad-brush technological solutions. The chapter emphasizes the need for a better approach to agricultural research and innovation, putting more power and funds back into local communities and exploring alternate pathways for agricultural development.

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