South America
1. What influence did China have on the rise and fall of exports to Mercosur? How did the shift from economics towards politics influence Mercosur dominance in a global setting?Explain some of the challenges surrounding Brazilian production of sugarcane, oranges, and coffee. Do you think the solutions to these issues should be more focused on the policies surrounding agriculture (such as trade), the agricultural production itself, or a combination of both?Chile does not provide many agricultural subsidies to support their farms. What is the potential impact of this on farmers? Do you think it has benefitted Chile in the long-term?Briefly explain Kirchnerism and how it has impacted Argentina. What do you predict for the future of Argentina and its agriculture?