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“Global food insecurity is increasing...the slim excess of growth in food production over population is narrowing.”

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Lester R. Brown
Lester R. Brown

Lester R. Brown, born on March 28, 1934, is a renowned environmentalist and sustainable development advocate. He is a prominent environmental policy analyst and has dedicated his career to studying global environmental issues and proposing solutions. more

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