Teaching activity
Data Starter: Global production of fruit, vegetables & nuts 1961-2022
Elizabeth Veal
17th December 2024
What has been happening to global production per capita for selected fruits, vegetables & nuts?
Using these OurWorldinData data charts about per capita food production of fruit, vegetables and nuts, answer the following questions:
- Calculate the percentage change in production per capita between 1961 and 2022 for blueberries and cashew nuts.
- For which categories of fruit, vegetables and nuts did per capita production NOT increase when comparing 1961 and 2022.
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Elizabeth Veal
Liz has taught Economics for over 25 years, including several years as Head of Economics at leading schools.
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