Voices of the Field: Women's Influence on Food and Agriculture

The video discusses the role of women in the sustainable food movement, highlighting their untold stories and contributions. It addresses challenges in the food system, such as the use of migrant labor and the global economy's impact on local farmers. The importance of native foods and cultural preservation is emphasized, along with the need for increased visibility and advocacy in food choices. The video encourages political action and community involvement to promote sustainable food access for all.

What is one of the main reasons the author decided to write the book?

• To promote the use of technology in farming

• To highlight the role of men in the food movement

• To celebrate the stories of women in the sustainable food movement

• To criticize the global food economy

What surprising fact did the author discover about the food industry?

• There are strict environmental regulations on food imports

• Migrant laborers are often paid under minimum wage

• The country imports very little food

• Farmers are paid above minimum wage

What is a key issue that the author found underexplored in the sustainable food movement?

• The economic benefits of organic farming

• The role of technology in farming

• The impact of climate change on agriculture

• The topic of native foods and traditional knowledge

What does the author suggest as a next step for those who have the choice to eat sustainably?

• Help others access sustainable food

• Focus solely on personal health

• Ignore political advocacy

• Avoid local food measures

What does the author emphasize about the food justice movement?

• It excludes people of color

• It focuses only on urban farming

• It needs more visibility and action

• It is a well-established field