Quinoa - how global consumption patterns affect locals

On the Map, Off the Radar

In this episode of 'On the Map, Off the Radar' I look at how the rise in quinoa popularity around the world affects the locals in Peru and Bolivia where it is grown. For further reading, here are some more interesting pieces about quinoa in the global and local spheres: http://www.theguardian.com/environment/2013/jan/25/quinoa-good-evil-complicated http://www.peruthisweek.com/news-quinoa-causing-competition-among-peru-and-bolivia-105070 If you have any comments, suggestions, or concerns, please e-mail us at [e-mail]