Discussion – Can organic farming feed the world?

There is no question that organic farming is far healthier for the environment and a more sustainable way of producing food.  Given the impending threat of climate change, coupled with an ever-expanding human population, the ability to produce enough food to feed us all without destroying our precious environment is more critical than ever.  After reading the Meemken & Qaim (2018)

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article on organic vs. conventional farming, you may feel more prepared to form your own opinion on this very controversial subject.

Directions: 

Once you have formed your opinion, you will post an original reply – either “YES, I believe organic farming can be used exclusively to feed the world,” or “NO, I don’t believe organic farming will be enough to feed the world.”  Your original response should be ~200-250 words and include the following: 

at least three specific pieces of evidence from the Meemken & Qain (2018) article to support your argument

a brief explanation of each piece of evidence – what it means, how it supports your argument 

If answering “YES,” what changes to our current food production systems do you feel would be necessary in order to make organic farming globally feasible? …OR…

If answering “NO,” what role, if any, do you feel organics might play in global food production?