Strengthening the Farmer's Argument on Agricultural Technology

Medium Critical Reasoning Strengthening Arguments

Advancements in agricultural technology have significantly increased crop yields in recent years. Farmers employing these technologies are producing 30% more crops than previous methods. However, some argue that these advancements have led to an over-reliance on chemical fertilizers and pesticides, which may harm the environment. In contrast, supporters of agricultural technology claim it is necessary to meet the increasing food demand of a growing population. Given this debate, a farmer stated, "If we do not adopt these technologies, we will face food shortages in the future."

Which of the following, if true, most strengthens the farmer's argument?

Many countries have successfully reduced food shortages by employing similar agricultural technologies.

Traditional farming methods require larger areas of land for the same output.

Some agricultural technologies have been shown to reduce the use of water compared with older methods.

Most farmers are unaware of the long-term effects of chemical fertilizers on soil health.

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