Building an Oasis From Future Water Shortages

REPORT AIR DATE: June 11, 2013 - Could Agriculture Bloom in the Desert? Qatar Works to Invent an Innovative Oasis

SUMMARY

Thanks to Qatar's harsh desert environment and growing population, researchers have embraced the tiny country as a laboratory to address global concerns. As part of the NewsHour's series "Food for 9 Billion," special correspondent Jon Miller reports on their inventive efforts to ensure water and food security for the future. Transcript>>>

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And away from the deserts to the forests and farming that was aired the day before:

REPORT AIR DATE: June 10, 2013 - Using 'Nature as an Asset' to Balance Costa Rica's Farming With Preservation

SUMMARY

As part of the NewsHour's series "Food for 9 Billion," special correspondent Sam Eaton reports on a push in Costa Rica to embrace forest preservation and biodiversity while keeping up with the demand for farming. Researchers are measuring the helpful roles of small animals like bats, birds and bees. Transcript>>>

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