Prized wild pepper at risk in Madagascar’s shrinking forests

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Madagascar’s forests are at risk. Since 1990, they’ve shrunk by more than a quarter. A rare wild pepper is contributing to their decline. Growing on vines that reach into the forest canopy, Voatsiperifery commands up to 200 euros a kilo. Harvesters tear down trees in order to reach it.

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