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124 Food and Agriculture Organizations to Watch in 2024!

Food Tank

Alliance for Food Sovereignty in Africa (AFSA) , Africa AFSA is an alliance uniting civil societies dedicated to promoting agroecology and food sovereignty across Africa. The Alliance is rooted in values for fair and inclusive development, harmonious coexistence with nature, and the empowerment of local communities.

Food 145
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From Commodification to Conservation: Restoring Agrobiodiversity through Seed Breeding – Part I: 

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

Such changes reduced the overall resilience of the agroecological system. Diverse plants and manure must take their place. This public research and development (R&D) investment is the primary driver of long-term productivity growth in US agriculture.

Seeding 88
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Path to a New Farm Bill: Sustainable and Organic Research 

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

This public research and development (R&D) investment is the primary driver of long-term productivity growth in US agriculture. Many practices can lower a farm’s greenhouse gas emissions, including alternative manure management techniques and the use of renewable energy.

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