Nature is resilient and all living organisms thrive to survive. Survival
strategies and physiological make up do exist, and continue to evolve,
even amongst microorganisms and these pose challenges in terms of
risk assessments related to safety. So, when we abuse our agricultural
resources to a point of no return, it is a sign that we have went too far.
Ocean garbage patches, the recurrent presence of smog in major cities,
and the recent burst of toxic mining waste in Brazil are all signs that
we are running towards a wall. It is not a matter of if, but when, and
at what speed we are getting there. Economic growth based on
demography and productivity alone no longer holds. Agricultural
sustainability, wise natural resources management, and reduction of
waste will have to become part of the equation.