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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.

Curated by earthsayer

July 22, 2026

This video examines how cities can transform agrifood systems through the Feeding Cities (Alimenta Cidades) strategy. It emphasizes the integration of food security, climate action, biodiversity, and social equity via coordinated efforts among government levels and civil society. Featuring insights from policymakers, researchers, and urban farmers, the video illustrates how these actions enhance access to healthy food, support family farming, and tackle food deserts in Brazil's largest cities.

It highlights the significance of policy coherence in reshaping agrifood systems, demonstrating that integrated public policies can effectively reduce hunger, promote sustainability, and ensure inclusivity. Learn more about this initiative at FAO.


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