Season 1
As the climate crisis threatens our food supplies, already marginalized communities will be among the first to feel the effects of dwindling nutritious food. Hungry Planet showcases people's work on understanding the science of the food on our plates and how scientists and communities are working to keep it there for future generations.
Inside the World's Only Chile Pepper Institute
Explore the institute where they are breeding mechanically-harvestable Chile peppers.
Inside the World's Only Chile Pepper Institute
How Tomatoes are Revolutionizing Urban Farming
How farmers and scientists are using traditional and modern methods to grow tomatoes.
How Tomatoes are Revolutionizing Urban Farming
Sweet Potatoes' Flavor is More Complex Than You Think
Scientists identify sweet potatoes' complex flavor profile to make them more delicious.
Sweet Potatoes' Flavor is More Complex Than You Think
Feeding the Future: Saving Corn From Rising Temperatures
Restaurant owner honors Latine food history. Researchers design corn for the future.
Feeding the Future: Saving Corn From Rising Temperatures
How This Disease Could Wipe Out Citrus...Unless We Stop It
Researchers fight a citrus disease called HLB. Volunteers ensure no food goes to waste.
How This Disease Could Wipe Out Citrus...Unless We Stop It
How Rice is Preserving History and Rethinking Nutrition
Rice holds deep importance to many communities, and could be transformed to fight anemia.
How Rice is Preserving History and Rethinking Nutrition
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