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My Beautiful Nicaragua

Season 2 Episode 2 | 27m 1s

Coffee is a way of life for Edelsin Mendez, age 12, and her family in Nicaragua. But climate change and shifting weather patterns are contributing to a crop disease and threatening coffee production in her community. Mentored by filmmaker Joyce Chopra, Edelsin conveys how her community is striving to maintain its traditions and livelihood, while forging a sustainable future. Check local listings.

Aired: 02/05/19 | Rating: NR

Distributed nationally by American Public Television.

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