Monoculture has made many crops more susceptible to insects and disease. Chocolate is no exception! This video explores the sustainability of the cacao plant and what might be done to ensure that we don't run out of this treasured treat! Because of the favored flavor of this topic, using it to open a discussion about sustainability may prove to be more engaging than a video on the sustainability of corn, soy, or other crops.

Concepts

chocolate, sustainability

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sustainability, chocolate, monoculture, science

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Pros

• A favorite topic of many teens
• Addresses the current issue of sustainability

Cons

• None