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Pierre Thiam: A forgotten ancient grain that could help Africa prosper

Forget quinoa. Meet fonio, an ancient "miracle grain" native to Senegal that's versatile, nutritious and gluten-free. In this passionate talk, chef Pierre Thiam shares his obsession with the hardy crop and explains why he believes that its industrial-scale cultivation could transform societies in Africa.

English
  • Originally Aired September 13, 2017
  • Runtime 15 minutes
  • Content Rating United States of America TV-PG
  • Production Code PierreThiam_2017G
  • Network YouTube
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Name Type Role
Pierre Thiam Guest Star