TED Talks

Pierre Thiam: A forgotten ancient grain that could help Africa prosper (2017x187)

Air date: Sep 13, 2017

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.