I'm doing a research essay that has to prove how the Malthus theory can be applied to the modern world. I need around 5 countries as examples. They can include contradictions and examples of the theory.

Question

What are some countries?
I can't use India or China, though.

Answer 1

You can compare the birth rates with the poverty rates.

http://www.aneki.com/birth.html

http://www.nationmaster.com/graph/eco_pop_bel_pov_lin-economy-population-below-poverty-line

Answer 2

Thanks. Do you know where I can get info about food production in countries, as well?