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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 02, 2026

This video explores digital innovation's role in transforming agricultural water use. It showcases practical solutions: smart irrigation, data-driven management, and community initiatives tackling flooding, drought, and pollution. Examples from Thailand, Asia, and Africa highlight how technology, local knowledge, and collective action build sustainable water systems.

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