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About two out of every three roses purchased originates in Colombia, and 90 percent of all Colombian flowers are sold in the U.S. ?

The flower industry generates over a billion dollars in export revenue annually. It's big business, but it comes at a price. That price is that almost 80,000 women from rural Colombia are working for less than 50 cents an hour to pluck those beautiful bouquets. The working conditions are characterized by long hours and exposure to harsh chemicals. The mandate for pest-free flowers and aesthetically perfect roses, have created agricultural practices that are difficult for workers and pose long term consequences for the environment in Colombia. In short, these romantic icons have some pretty unromantic roots. Check out this video! Click on the link: http://current.com/items/88833727_promo_blood_roses_deadly_diamonds