American Experience

The Man Who Tried to Feed the World

Plant breeder Norman Borlaug solves India's famine problem and leads a "Green Revolution" of agriculture programs around the world, saving 1 billion lives and winning a 1970 Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts. (120 minutes)

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UPCOMING EPISODES

Fri, 8/21 at 1:30 am on Austin PBS HDTV

Jimmy Carter

The failings of President Jimmy Carter's political leadership; Camp David Accords established a framework for peace in the Middle East. (120 minutes)

Fri, 8/28 at 1:30 am on Austin PBS HDTV

(120 minutes)