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The Benefits of Hemp & Hemp Farming in New Mexico

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12.27.24 – Correspondent Andy Lyman interviews documentarian Doug Fine about his film, “American Hemp Farmer.” In this segment that first aired in June, Fine tells us why New Mexico is uniquely positioned to benefit hemp farmers.  Correspondent: Andy Lyman  Guest: Doug Fine, filmmaker  For More Information:  New film examines how hemp may play a role in food…

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Indian Boarding Schools; Sit-in for Reading

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This week on New Mexico in Focus, correspondent Antonia Gonzales speaks with two New Mexicans about their thoughts and emotions after President Joe Biden’s formal apology for the harm caused by Indian boarding schools.   Sixth grade student Rainier Long is an avid reader. When his school, Carlos Gilbert Elementary in Santa Fe, cut library time…

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