Planting for Life (2014)
• October 1st, 2014 • 1h 15min
Documentary
Overview
Old Jia gave up his city life and returned to the countryside with his wife. He abandoned chemical fertilizer to practice natural farming. His philosophy attracted a big group of admirers from the city, whereas local villagers disagreed on his approaches.
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