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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

May 19, 2026

The FAO-GEF Jiangxi Wetland Project in China is a landmark model for conservation, restoring harmony between people and nature. Located in Jiangxi, home to over 700,000 migratory birds and China’s largest freshwater lake, the project protects Siberian Cranes and wetlands. It also empowers local communities through sustainable livelihoods and co-management, achieving shared prosperity. Rated "Highly Satisfactory," it exemplifies successful biodiversity conservation and international cooperation.

Discover more about the project on the FAO-GEF website. Follow FAO on social media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, Twitter, and Weibo. Subscribe to their YouTube channel.


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