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Healthy and local is the focus of this special collection around the people who grow and bring organic food to local markets and the people who shop at these markets. Topics also include how farmers grow organic food and the quality of our food supply around issues to include local economy, seeding, use of pestisides and fertilisers, water, food security, availability and pricing.

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Bolivia ministerial interview at the Hand-in-Hand Investment Forum 2025
March 03, 2026

The Hand-in-Hand (HIH) Initiative accelerates agrifood system transformations to eradicate poverty, end hunger, and reduce inequalities. It leverages advanced geospatial modeling and robust partnerships to raise incomes, improve nutrition, and strengthen climate resilience for vulnerable populations.

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