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Following the collapse of the Soviet Union four years ago, Cuba’s supply of fertilizers and pesticides was cut back 80 percent, its fuel supply cut in half. Now, there is an urgent need for the country to feed its people . . . but there is no money to buy farm chemicals or oil. So […]

Sandy Tolan visits with a farmer in India whose health and environs suffered under the nation’s promotion of chemical pesticides and fertilizers. But he found renewal for his health, soil and spirit by turning to organic farming.

Following the collapse of the Soviet Union four years ago, Cuba’s supply of fertilizers and pesticides was cut back 80 percent, its fuel supply cut in half. Now, there is an urgent need for the country to feed its people . . . but there is no money to buy farm chemicals or oil. So […]

Claire Green reports on the emerging market for organic cotton. The nation’s favorite “natural” fiber is usually grown and produced through a highly chemical-intensive process. Now consumer pressure, environmental regulations and health concerns among growers and processors is stimulating a movement to chem-free cotton.