Rohepööret

Rohepööret, also known as the Green Revolution, refers to a series of technological advances and policies that occurred in the mid-20th century, primarily in the developing world, that increased agricultural productivity and helped feed a rapidly growing global population. The term was coined by Mexican economist Raúl Prebisch in 1968 to describe the significant increase in agricultural output that occurred in the 1960s and 1970s.

The Green Revolution was driven by the introduction of high-yielding varieties of wheat, rice, and other crops, as well as the adoption of modern farming techniques such as the use of fertilizers, pesticides, and irrigation. These changes led to a dramatic increase in crop yields, which in turn helped to reduce food insecurity and poverty in many parts of the world.

However, the Green Revolution has also been criticized for its environmental and social impacts. The use of fertilizers and pesticides has led to soil degradation, water pollution, and the loss of biodiversity. Additionally, the Green Revolution has been criticized for its role in the displacement of small-scale farmers and the concentration of land ownership in the hands of a few large corporations.

Despite these criticisms, the Green Revolution has had a profound impact on global food security and has helped to feed billions of people. It remains an important topic of study and debate in the fields of agriculture, economics, and environmental science.