The Man Who Tried to Feed the World

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A Tale of Good Deeds and Unintended Consequences

Released April 21, 2020

Overview

The Man Who Tried to Feed the World recounts the story of Norman Borlaug, a man who not only solved India's famine problem but would go on to lead a "Green Revolution" of worldwide agriculture programs estimated to have saved one billion lives. He was awarded the 1970 Nobel Peace Prize for his work but spent the rest of his life watching his methods and achievements come under increasing fire.

Runtime

0h 52m


Origin Country

United States


Original Language

English


Original Title

The Man Who Tried to Feed the World


Status

Released


Production Countries

  • United States of America

Spoken Languages

  • English

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    PBS American Experience

    United States

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    GBH

    United States

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