Preface

The International Resource Panel’s first report on Land and Soil predicted that during the 45 years starting in 2005 there will be a net expansion of cropland of between 120 and 500 Mha. Compensating for land degradation and replacement of cropland with urban, industrial (including energy) and transportation infrastructure will result in a gross expansion of cropland of between 320 and 850 Mha under ‘business as usual’ conditions. This projected new cropland area is equal to over 50% of the current cropland area.

Sustainable Development Goals:

Zero Hunger