Monsanto and Argentina

Monsanto started as a chemical company founded 1901. Later, the company became a major producer of genetically engineered crops. 

In part two of this series, Cristina shares some of the devastating effects Monsanto and roundup have had on Argentina, as well as the stories of those fighting back against Monsanto.

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Music Credit: Hustlin (Instrumental) by Neffex

Sources:

https://grist.org/industrial-agriculture/the-mother-who-stood-up-to-monsanto-in-argentina/
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