Bolivia: Potatoes in Peril

Potatoes originated in the Andes where more than 4,000 different varieties are grown. A changing climate in Bolivia has put this staple food at risk.

• Categories: News & Features / Features / UN in Action
• Video Length: 00:04:13
• Production Date: 1 May 2015
• Asset Language: English
• MAMS Id: B4201973575001
• Parent Id: B4201973575001

Description

Potatoes originated in the Andes where more than 4,000 different varieties are grown. A changing climate in Bolivia has put this staple food at risk. The International Fund for Agricultural Development, IFAD, is supporting a project in one Bolivian village to help farmers save this valuable crop.

UN in Action, Episode #1476