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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 13, 2026

As El Niño exacerbates drought in Central America's Dry Corridor, farmers in Guatemala and Honduras are struggling to grow essential crops like maize and beans, threatening rural livelihoods.

The FAO SoilFER programme is addressing these challenges by analyzing soil samples to create fertility maps and provide data-driven recommendations. This video showcases the collaboration among farmers, researchers, and government partners to transform soil intelligence into actionable solutions for food producers facing extreme weather.

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