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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

October 12, 2026

This documentary celebrates the International Year of the Woman Farmer 2026 by showcasing women in Bhutan who are preserving the country's buckwheat heritage while creating new opportunities for the future.

Follow the journey of Bhutanese buckwheat from field to mill, kitchen, and market, highlighting generations of traditional knowledge and women's vital contributions to agrifood systems. Discover more about Bhutanese buckwheat as a GI product in this video.

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