Interesting Talks
WHEN: Every Tuesday in March, 6:00-8:00 pm
WHERE: UBC Global Lounge Media Room
March 23rd THE POWER OF COMMUNITY: HOW CUBA SURVIVED PEAK OIL
Cubans share how they transitioned from a highly mechanized, industrial agricultural system to one using organic methods of farming and local, urban gardens. Discussion with Prof. Jerry Spiegel to follow.
March 30th HISTORY’S HARVEST: WHERE FOOD COMES FROM
Examine the history and cultivation of important food plants: from fields and laboratories to grocery stores, including interviews with farmers, scientists, and restaurant owners.
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