Abundant Land is a one-hour documentary about a Hawaiian community on Molokai opposing the biotech industry's use of the island to test genetically engineered seeds. Agrochemical biotech corporations are depleting Molokai's topsoil and freshwater while contributing to dust storms that spread pesticides into the ocean and surrounding communities. Abundant Land offers a historical look at the intrusion and political underpinnings of chemical-intensive farming in Hawaii while portraying the rich legacy of traditional Hawaiian land management and farming self-sufficiency.The film's narrative develops through a series of personal and community stories as the documentary follows several dedicated residents who seek transparency about the agrochemical testing being done on their island, and their ensuing efforts to heal and repair it. From initial grassroots efforts that give rise to organized actions, Molokai residents learn through leadership and study to use permaculture techniques to restore an integrated food system based on ancient Hawaiian farming practices. Featuring interviews with Dr. Vandana Shiva, Walter Ritte, Malia Akutagawa, Mercy Ritte, Geoff Lawton, and Hector Valenzuela
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