55000 for Breakfast

This short documentary profiles the 1949 meeting of the International Federation of Agricultural Producers in Guelph, Ontario. It highlights the urgency of the global hunger crisis, exacerbated by the arrival of 55,000 more people each day. The delegates at the conference discuss the disparities between nations facing starvation and those with food surpluses.

The film presents a critical look at the proposed initiatives for fair food distribution. It serves as a historical document reflecting the global concerns of its time. Collectors of documentary films and historical footage will find value in its insights into agricultural policies and international cooperation.