A field interview: From school teacher to progressive farmer
Channel: CIMMYT
Date: 2011-12-07

Episode 1 of the series "A field interview" follows Geraldo Gálvez Orozco, a Mexican farmer in the state of Hidalgo.

During the interview, Geraldo speaks about beginning his career as a farmer at age 64 after retiring from his career as a math teacher. He also discusses his experiences with conservation agriculture, a practice that works to achieve a balance of agricultural, economic and environmental benefits.

To learn more about the Conservation Agriculture program at CIMMYT visit: http://www.cimmyt.org/en/programs-and-units/conservation-agriculture-program

CREDITS:
Filmed, edited and produced by Mary Attaway