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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

September 10, 2026

Nepal's floods have claimed over 1,000 lives, devastated communities, and disrupted rural livelihoods.

The FAO is collaborating with the Government and UN partners to assess the damage, address emergency needs, and support communities in resuming food production. FAO's Deputy Director General Beth Bechdol provides further insights.


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