Norman Borlaug: The seeds of change - Act of Kindness or Controversy?
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In this intriguing episode I delved into the life and legacy of Norman Borlaug, the man often credited with saving over a billion lives through his groundbreaking work in agriculture. From his early days on a farm in Iowa to his controversial role in the Green Revolution, we explore the profound impact and contentious criticisms of his efforts to combat world hunger. Was Borlaug's work a monumental act of kindness, or did it lead to unforeseen consequences that still affect us today?
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Sources:
https://wheatworld.org/podcast/july-august-podcast-2/
https://www.britannica.com/plant/wheat
https://www.worldfoodprize.org/en/dr_norman_e_borlaug/about_norman_borlaug/
https://www.who.int/
Music by:
(Neffex - A year ago)
(Neffex - dont want to let myself go)
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