Episode 206 • • 55:55 - 58:06
206: Cameras as Weapons
Super Weeds, Pesticide Resistance in Agriculture
Farmers in the Southern United States are facing an "agricultural arms race" against pesticide-resistant super weeds. These plants have evolved resistance to Monsanto's Roundup Ready system, creating a nightmare for large-scale agribusiness. The hosts discuss how these genetic traits are spreading through the environment, complicating traditional farming practices.