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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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August 24, 2026

This FAO Technical Lecture Series webinar, part of the FAO & AUN-AFS Research Proposal Competition for Youth 2026, focuses on Indigenous Peoples’ food and knowledge systems, emphasizing Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC) in nutrition research.

Presented by FAO experts Pablo Innecken and Alejandra Lizárraga Peña, the session underscores the importance of respecting Indigenous Peoples’ rights and decision-making in research. It highlights how their food systems enhance biodiversity, promote healthy diets, and support climate resilience, advocating for ethical and collaborative research practices.

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