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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

July 09, 2026

Join FAO Chief Scientist Professor Charlie Spillane for the FAO Science and Innovation Forum 2026, taking place from October 12 to 16 in Rome and online. This event will gather experts, policymakers, farmers, innovators, Indigenous Peoples, youth, and other stakeholders to discuss how science, technology, and innovation can transform agrifood systems and deliver solutions to those in need.

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