Most Mexicans cross the border to find work and send money home to impoverished families, but Jesus Hernandez's reason was different: He was crossing the border so others wouldn't have to. His mission was to help impoverished Mexican farmers by starting a coffee co-op.
In the small town of Emiliano Zapata, farmers struggle to find a viable way to get their fruit to market. Meanwhile, much of it rots on the ground. A plan to build a processing plant may hold the key to their future -– and a sick child may be to thank. (Part 2 of the Award-winning series, Crossing Lines)
Most Mexicans cross the border to find work and send money home to impoverished families, but Jesus Hernandez's reason was different: He was crossing the border so others wouldn't have to. His mission was to help impoverished Mexican farmers by starting a coffee co-op.