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  • The Green Revolution: Effects in Asia and implications for Africa

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    fitzdon

    The term Green Revolution refers to the introduction of high-yielding varieties of staple food crops, particularly wheat and rice, into Third World countries, starting in the 1960s. Initially Mexico, India and the Philippines were targeted. The stated aim was to increase food production to end hunger and prevent uprisings.   The Green Revolution did increase…