Hungry Planet: How Rice Is Preserving History and Rethinking Nutrition Science
In this episode, Niba visits Charleston, South Carolina, where she learns how Carolina Gold Rice became a staple in the U.S. Niba also talks to Dr. Terri Long to explore how her research on iron uptake in plants could fight malnutrition and anemia by revealing a path toward creating staple crops like rice that contain more iron. Part of the "Hungry Planet" series.
Media Details
Runtime: 10 minutes 17 seconds
- Topic: Geography, Home and Family, Science
- Subtopic: Climatology, Conservation, Environmental Issues, Food
- Grade/Interest Level: 7 - 12
- Release Year: 2023
- Producer/Distributor: PBS Digital Studios
- Series: Hungry Planet
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