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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

August 13, 2026

During his visit to Chile, FAO Chief Economist Máximo Torero explored cooperation and investment opportunities to transform agro-food systems. The agenda brought together authorities, the private sector, and financial actors to mobilize resources.

Key highlights included investment opportunities in the wheat sector through Mano de la Mano, collaboration with the Ñuble Regional Government to scale Connected Communities, and a visit to INIA La Platina to learn about plant protection initiatives, bioinputs, and post-harvest quality.

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