Savior Seeds

Synopsis

Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) have become a controversial solution to global hunger, with their cultivation sparking protests worldwide. Isobel Yeung examines the impact of these super-crops, tracing their origins from the corporate headquarters of Monsanto to the expansive soy fields of Paraguay. The exploration also includes a visit to the Svalbard Global Seed Vault in the Arctic, highlighting the complex implications of humanity's attempts to enhance agricultural productivity and the potential risks to biodiversity and food security.