centerforinvestigativereporting:
How well do you know your food history? When did humans start planting in rows? Or start using the plow? Find out by using our interactive food history timeline!
“1960, THE PILL: US government approves birth control pill. In early versions, Mexican yams provide the pill’s source material. In 1960, fewer than 10% of married women in poor countries use contraceptives. Today 60% do.”
Mexican yams!
