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How to feed the world without wrecking the environment.

January 22, 2021

There are about 7.8 billion people on Earth, and they all need food. But food production is responsible for many environmental problems. How can we feed the world in a sustainable way?

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Organic tea production in Assam

India is the second biggest tea producer worldwide and the state of Assam is one of its most important tea-growing regions. A small tea producer in Assam who’s shifted to organic and sustainable methods is now reaping the benefits.

 

EcoAfrica Sendung 13.11.2020
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The battle for pesticide-free apple farming in Italy

A village in the northern Italian region of Tyrol wants to go pesticide-free, but large-scale apple farmers in the area continue to use pesticides. The dispute is now being heard in court.

 

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What’s the best vegan alternative to milk?

Lots of people are switching from dairy to plant-based milks. We check out various vegan milks, including almond, oat, soy and rice milk. Which one is best for the environment and our health?
 

 

Sendung Global 3000 | Lebensmittelverschwendung in Thailand
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Fighting food waste in Thailand

Head chef Daniel Bucher hates food waste. He’s developed ways for his Bangkok hotel to recover unused ingredients and improve food storage. He also works with an NGO that distributes food to people in need.

 

 

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