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Analyses and quantifies major changes likely to emerge in world agriculture, fisheries and forestry by the end of the century. Emphasizes the need for significant investments in the agricultural sector in order to increase production. Analyses and presents options for policy measures needed to meet the dual challenge of ensuring adequate supply and of improving access to food by all. Points out the importance of linkages of agriculture to the economy as a whole. Discusses technological and ecological links and recommends greater allocation of resources to conservation and improved farming and forestry methods. Suggests the slowing down of production growth and the lowering of protectionist measures by developed countries.

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