Myths such as these are quite familiar and we hear them often, especially as the world's population continues to increase at an exponential rate. But as we head into the next millenium, many questions remain. Many people throughout developed nations will benefit from these achievements. However, with a projected world population of 8 billion by 2025, many in third world countries may face a food crisis leading to hunger, malnutrition, and starvation. Sharing their insights on world hunger and addressing some possible solutions will be a diverse group of plant pathologists and representatives of other groups.
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