Test Your Knowledge: Conventional vs. Organic Farming: Which is the earth-friendly solution? We’ve gathered some interesting–and surprising–facts about farming. Use this quiz to challenge your classmates as you test your knowledge about conventional and organic farming. 1. How many pounds of pesticides are used per year in the United States? 2. How much of the insecticides applied to crops reach the targeted pests? 3. What 4 crops make up about 99% of all the genetically engineered (GE) crop acreage in the United States today? 4. What 4 crops feed most of the world's population? 5. How much water withdrawn in the United States is used for irrigation? 6. What percentage of the United States population lives on the country's farms? Bonus question: What does the term "food security" mean? **A. A bunch of bananas and grapes making sure that everyone feels safe at night. **B. Pickles and cucumbers that feel confident and comfortable with who they are. **C. The access of all people, at all times, to the food they need for an active and healthy life.   Click HERE for the answers!