3 minute lesson
Sisal! The Plant that Points to Possibilities
Have you ever heard of sisal? Well, you are in for a treat my friends!
This cactus-like, sword-bearing plant is an economic staple for farmers around the world. For generations, sisal has been a labor-intensive crop. That’s until it found its way into the hands of Alex Odundo, a Kenyan farmer who determined to unlock its potential.
Meet this innovator in this great video from Great Big Story!
Why It Matters
In the face of climate change, Africa is poised to be one of the continents most impacted by its impact. Crops like sisal help give farmers stability in the face of uncertainty and inventive spirits like Alex are coming up with new ways to thrive as the world changes.
Inventions like these can leave a big impact on the world! Ideas that come from the people who face problems every day are, very often, the best solutions. We all have the power to become the next great inventor, all we have to do is look a the world creatively!
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