The Green Revolution

International Food Policy Research Institute. “Green Revolution: Curse or Blessing?” Future Havest Center. 2002.1-4.

For centuries there had been no advancements in agriculture but in the 20^th century made massive public investments in modern scientific research for agriculture. This period of agricultural advancement became known as the Green Revolution. This period benefited the poorer population dramatically. It made jobs increase, lower food prices, and increased migration opportunities. The Green Revolution offered high-yielding seeds, fertilizers, and machinery for farming. This was especially beneficial to economically struggling countries because jobs increased and products could be produced in mass amounts allowing exportation of goods.