RHN 149/2013 | Publication
Ewout Frankema, Africa and the green revolution: a global historical perspective, Wageningen, Wageningen University, 2013.
‘Major historical civilisations emerged because they managed to harness the forces of nature and create the agricultural surpluses needed to feed armies, cities and treasuries. The recent Asian renaissance is rooted in a veritable ‘Green Revolution’. Will Africa be able to sustain its current growth revival? Much will depend on whether African societies can keep agricultural production in line with human reproduction. A global historical perspective helps to assess the preconditions for accommodating this challenge.’
The inaugural lecture of Prof. Dr. Ewout Frankema, 'Africa and the Green Revolution. A Global Historical Perspective.' is now available online. You can download the lecture here.
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