Are the traditional farming methods of the Pacific meeting the demands of the modern world?

The "organic" industry might seem new but it's as old as our farming traditions. In fact, half of the world's organic agricultural land is in Oceania, with nations like Samoa and Papua New Guinea leading the way.So if that's the case, then why are nations that have survived on the produce grown solely on their islands for thousands of years struggling with food security?Introduced crops, modern diets and environmental factors are making it harder to live off the land. So what old ways need to be preserved to create new ways for the future?You'll hear from Jennifer Baing, a passionate advocate for preserving culinary traditions of Papua New Guinea, and Karen Mapusua, president of IFOAM Organics International, who is educating people about organic farming practices and sustainable development.Warning – listening to this will make your mouth water!