Norman Borlaug undoubtedly would approve of the way his alma mater, the University of Minnesota, is observing Norman Borlaug Day today. It's collecting food and money, with a goal of providing 7,500 meals through Second Harvest Heartland, the region's largest emergency food provider.
Borlaug has been ailing in the past year. But the former Nobel Peace Prize laureate and leader of the so-called Green Revolution remains associated with anti-hunger efforts around the world. A native of Cresco, Iowa, Borlaug was trained as a plant scientist at the University of Minnesota, and went on to develop disease-resistant, high-yield crops credited with preventing the starvation of millions of people.
The University's collection in Borlaug's honor will continue through this month. Click here for details and information about contributing.
