Science & Environment
Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory trains the next generation of scientists
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How Tomatoes are Revolutionizing Urban Farming
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.
How Tomatoes are Revolutionizing Urban Farming
Season 1 Episode 5 | 8m 58s | CC
Niba visits Raleigh City Farm to learn about cross-breeding and growing dwarf tomatoes for urban gardens. Niba also speaks with Dr. Zachary Lippman at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory who is using genetic approaches to make dense tomato plants for cities and outer space.
