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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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Yemeni Coffee - Rich Heritage and underutilized legacy.
December 21, 2025

This video explores Yemen's deep-rooted coffee heritage, one of the world's oldest traditions, and the determination of its farmers to sustain it despite difficult conditions. Featuring voices like Mohsen al-Harbi and experts Sam Al-Buhairi and Arzaq Al-Najjar, it highlights sector challenges, including limited equipment, conflict impacts, and market access barriers.

Despite these hurdles, communities are collaborating to improve quality, strengthen local cooperatives, and create sustainable livelihoods. This narrative showcases resilience, shared effort, and hope for the future of Yemeni coffee.

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