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Pesticides: a health hazard for Europeans ?
In Charente-Maritime, France, rising child cancer cases are suspected to be linked to pesticide exposure. Local residents are pushing for stricter national and EU regulations on pesticide use.
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Weather Changes
“Weather Changes” examines how climate and landforms affect the weather conditions, job availability, and commercially produced food in several regions of the United States.
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Farming the Mountains: Wari Agricultural Ingenuity
The Wari were master engineers who revolutionized farming in the Andes with advanced irrigation systems and expertly designed agricultural terraces. These terraces included layers for drainage, heat retention, and soil replacement,...
The Daily Conversation
The Future of Farming
By 2050, the world’s population will reach nearly 10 billion, so we’ll need to produce twice as much food. New farming technologies like robot harvesters, drones, sensors, lab-grown meat, and genetically modified crops are helping...
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Costa Rica for Kids
Discover the rich and fascinating history of Costa Rica in this video! From its early indigenous civilizations to European exploration, Costa Rica has a unique story to tell. Learn how Christopher Columbus arrived on its shores in 1502...
Professor Dave Explains
Subclass Pterygota Part 2: Cockroaches, Termites, Lice, Cicadas, and More
Continuing through subclass Pterygota, we will examine some other orders of flying insects. This will include termites, cockroaches, termites, fleas, and more.
Learning Mole
Agriculture AI
Dive into 'Agriculture AI' to explore how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing farming, making it smarter and more efficient! A quick, fascinating look at tech's role in the fields, perfect for young minds eager to learn about the...
Makematic
People and Their Environment
For centuries, humans have depended on, adapted to and modified the natural environment to survive and thrive. But the environment has also shaped the ways that we live.
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Columbian Exchange
The Columbian Exchange, a vast system of international trade, changed global commerce forever. Named after famous explorer Christopher Columbus, it reshaped diets, economies, and societies across continents.
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The Spanish-American War
The Spanish-American War, triggered by the mysterious destruction of an American warship in Cuba, swiftly ended Spanish colonial rule and established the U.S. as a dominant global power.
Makematic
The Southern Colonies
What was life like in the Southern Colonies? Explore this region’s unique history, from the founding of Jamestown to their complex social, political and economic legacy.
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What was the Secret Weapon of the Carthaginian Empire?
What was the Secret Weapon of the Carthaginian Empire?
Food Farmer Earth
Advancements in Wheat Harvesting: A Farmer's Perspective
This video provides an insightful look into modern wheat harvesting techniques from a farmer's viewpoint. It discusses the challenges and innovations in wheat farming, including the use of advanced machinery like the John Deere 9750...
Food Farmer Earth
Winter Greenhouse Farming: Innovative Techniques for Off-Season Growth
This video takes an in-depth look at winter greenhouse farming, showcasing innovative techniques used to grow crops during the off-season. It highlights the daily challenges and rewards of managing a greenhouse, and the impact of weather...
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The Worst Drought in 1200 Years
The Colorado Basin provides water to over 40 million people in 7 US states and it is currently experiencing its worst drought in 1200 years! But unlike other droughts, our actions may have real impacts on the outcome and it’s very likely...
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How to Avoid Running Out of Water
Fresh water issues are getting harder to ignore. In the next five years, half the world’s population will live in a water-stressed area. Drought-stricken cities like San Francisco have started requiring large commercial building to...
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Genetically Modified Crops Face Setback in UK Trials
The video discusses the latest trials of genetically modified crops in the UK, which have dealt a significant blow to the GM industry. The crops are engineered to be resistant to weed killers, but these herbicides also kill off all other...
Science ABC
What are GMOs (Genetically Modified Organisms)?
GMO or genetically modified organisms are organisms with their DNA modified, usually by adding new or different DNA from another organism. GM crops are crops that have genes from bacteria. These genes allow the plants to either produce...
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Clone
A genetically identical copy of a piece of DNA, or an entire organism. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig Science Glossary Films...
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Floodplain
Flat land around a river or stream that is prone to occasional or frequent flooding. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig Science...
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Eco-Transport
The transport industry is one of the leading polluters in the world today. What technologies are being developed to create cleaner transportation and what are their advantages and disadvantages? Earth Science - Earth's Resources -...
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Genetic Modification
Genetic Modification allows scientists to manipulate the genetic information of cells, even swapping characteristics between different species. But it is a process which has caused a lot of controversy. Biology - Cells And DNA - Learning...
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Feeding the Planet
As the world's population grows, how will we cope with the increasing demand for food? What would happen in a food crisis, and what can be done to prevent one? Human Geography - A Changing World - Learning Points. As the population of...
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Brazil: Agricultural Revolution
With global food need increasing, but less new agricultural land available, progressive agricultural methods are needed to feed the world. See some of those methods in action in Brazil. Human Geography - A Changing World - In the last...