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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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La bioéconomie en action : transformer les déchets en valeur avec les mouches soldats noires

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May 07, 2026

Black soldier flies (BSF) offer a practical solution to transform organic waste into valuable resources for food and agriculture. The BioDAF II project in Grand-Bassam, Côte d'Ivoire, converts urban organic waste into protein-rich livestock feed and nutrient-rich fertilizer. This bioeconomy initiative strengthens food systems, reducing reliance on imported feed and chemical fertilizers.

BSF farming also creates income opportunities for vulnerable communities, especially women and youth, fostering more efficient, local, and sustainable agriculture. Learn more: FAO Bioeconomy.

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