📜intro to political science review

Green Revolution

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

The Green Revolution encompasses a series of research, development, and technology transfer initiatives that occurred between the 1940s and the late 1960s, which significantly increased agricultural production worldwide, particularly in developing countries, by introducing high-yielding crop varieties and new agricultural practices. It aimed to combat hunger and improve food security, but also led to various environmental and social impacts.

Course connection

Topic 3.6: 3.6 Contemporary Ideologies Further to the Political Left

Unit 3

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