Many young people are leaving Bolivia's Altiplano due to increasingly severe climate events affecting agriculture. Farmer Nico Mamani Lima believes canahua, a drought-resistant crop, could mitigate migration issues. Unlike quinoa, canahua grows faster and is resilient against pests and frost, making it potentially crucial for local economies. With climate change causing sporadic drought and heavy rains, many communities struggle to survive, leading to urban migration and a significant diaspora. With about 16% of the population living abroad, local solutions like canahua are essential for stabilization.
Many communities are unable to sustain themselves in this less hospitable climate. As rural areas are hollowed out, Bolivia's population has become increasingly concentrated in cities.
Mamani and others believe they have found a solution in canahua, a little-known relative of the Andean staple crop quinoa, known for its resistance to drought, pests and frost.
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