Foodgrain production and population in Asia: China, India and Bangladesh

On the basis of the present trends of population growth in China, India and Bangladesh, one can reasonably expect a gradual decline in the growth rates, thanks to family planning. In spite of wide political differences, the three countries have entered a phase of complex agricultural development, re...

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Published in:World development 1977-05, Vol.5 (5), p.425-440
Main Author: Etienne, Gilbert
Format: Article
Language:English
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Asia
Grain
Population
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Summary:On the basis of the present trends of population growth in China, India and Bangladesh, one can reasonably expect a gradual decline in the growth rates, thanks to family planning. In spite of wide political differences, the three countries have entered a phase of complex agricultural development, requiring more new inputs and better planning at the national and local levels. While becoming less vulnerable to natural calamities, especially China and India, all three countries become more vulnerable to human shortcomings and deficient planning. Although increasing efforts are needed in agricultural research, water management, chemical fertilizers and pest control, it should be possible to increase foodgrain production faster than population.
ISSN:0305-750X
1873-5991
DOI:10.1016/0305-750X(77)90047-X