Alabama Agriculture Research Paper

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“Alabama Agriculture: Sustaining Future Generations” A traditional definition of sustainable development is development that meets our own needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs. This definition is the recognition of the rights of future generation - the right to achieve a sustainable level of development and the right to be able to utilize natural resources. The goals of economic and social development must be defined in terms of sustainability in all countries - developed or developing, market-oriented or centrally planned. Elucidations will vary, but must share certain general features and must flow from an agreement on the basic concept of sustainable development and on a broad strategic framework for achieving it. Development involves an increasing transformation of economy and society. A development path that is sustainable in a physical sense could theoretically be aspired even in a rigid social and political setting. But physical sustainability cannot be protected unless development policies pay attention to such …show more content…
Preparing and using more than 9 million acres of farmland, our state is a proven powerhouse when it comes to furnishing the nation—and the world—with poultry, eggs, fish, cotton, peanuts, pecans, beef, and more. We’re a leading state in competitive labor costs. Alabama agriculture is sustaining future generations. Advancements in technology and practice intensifying sustainability that will secure human food and fiber needs while maintaining environmental quality. While protecting diverse ecosystems, sustainability addresses land, water, and natural resource management while ensuring food security. Farm operations will remain economically viable because sustainability rests in building and using what we have now while securing a better

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