This Week, on Americas Now: Why U.S. Farm Bankruptcies Are Surging?
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As export markets shrink and costs rise, farmers across the country are warning about the future of American agriculture. John Zarrella reports.
How Vertical Farming Is Changing Agriculture in Brazil?
Using hydroponics, LED lighting, and climate-controlled environments, companies are producing herbs, leafy greens, and even fruits inside massive indoor facilities. Maria Valls reports on this rapidly expanding high-tech agricultural trend.
Saving lives inside Mexico’s most dangerous cities
In Mexico, there are areas where authorities say it is too dangerous for police to operate. Alasdair Baverstock went to Tijuana, where tactical nurses risk their lives to provide emergency care in neighborhoods plagued by violence.
Violence Against Women Still Widespread
A new report from the World Health Organization and partners reveals that one in three women in the Americas has experienced physical or sexual violence. A conversation with Britta Baer.
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