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Nibbles: Milpa revival, Cretan olive, Lost apples, Moche meals, African agroecology, Global Tree Knowledge Platform, Issues in Agricultural Biodiversity

Agricultural Biodiversity

Marketing the milpa. Marketing a traditional Cretan olive variety. Now to market them. Taking new passion fruit varieties to market in Australia. Deconstructing Moche history, society and culture through compost and struggle meals. No sign of markets. Reviewing the state of agroecology in Africa.

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From Farms to Flourishing Businesses

Sustainable Harvest International

SUPPORT FAMILY FARMERS FEEDING THEIR COMMUNITIES Farmers can increase their yields while caring for the land by restoring soil health and adopting agroecological techniques. The surplus food can be sold at local markets, turning farms into reliable sources of income. This is how we build a more sustainable future.

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Vanilla is in Crisis. Producers in Mexico Are Not Giving Up

Modern Farmer

Huberto Juan Martinez showing his vanilla plants at his agroecological plantation. Huberto markets coffee, vanilla, and even cedro trees for timber. Searching for market in Mexico The scarcity of water is just one of the hurdles facing vanilla production in the La Chinantla region. Photography by Noel Rojo.

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Path to a New Farm Bill: Sustainable and Organic Research 

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

Other posts explore how the next farm bill can tackle issues in regional market development, crop insurance access, and more. In addition to the overall drop in US public agricultural R&D investment, organic research continues to be significantly underfunded compared to its share of the food sales market.

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Regenerative Agriculture: A Strategic Approach for Farming

Cropaia

Compost and organic amendments : Regenerative farmers prioritize the use of organic matter, such as compost, manure, and other natural amendments, to enhance soil fertility and microbial activity. By understanding the specific needs of their soil, farmers can tailor their practices accordingly.

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20 Organizations Cultivating the Food Movement in Atlanta

Food Tank

Community Farmers Markets (CFM) Serving as an umbrella organization, CFM was established to meet the demand for more efficiently managed, community-based and sustainable farmers’ markets in Atlanta. CFM reports that in 2023, they served more than 65,000 in-person shoppers and over 160 vendors at weekly markets.

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New but Mighty Office of Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

These practices are diverse and can include growing efficiently in microlots or inside warehouses, food waste reduction strategies, and community composting. OUAIP implements strategies to ensure their success while fostering community food security through networks of growers, partners, and community members.