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The Critical roles and contributions of women farmers in agroecology
There is growing global recognition of the critical roles and contributions of women farmers agroecology. Women farmers are at the forefront of efforts to preserve indigenous/traditional seeds and the management of community-based seed systems (Mpofu, 2018; Tan, 2024). They are active...
Philippines
Artículo
2025
The FAO Agroecology Digest presents a round-up of news, research publications, stories from the field, and multimedia materials (and much more) worldwide.
This month, the GERMINATE! column features an article on “Farmer-led agroecology and women empowerment: A Participatory Action Research by MASIPAG” by Maria Corazon J. Tan, MCD, DSD
Boletín
2025
Agricultural extension and advisory services play a crucial role in fostering innovation and improving food security. While traditional services often rely on top-down technical recommendations, agroecology embraces farmer-to-farmer knowledge exchange as a key driver of sustainable change. A recent FAO-led discussion explored how extension services can better support agroecological transitions,...
Cuba
Artículo
2022
Casa Congo is driving a transformative approach to community development in El Astillero, Nicaragua, by integrating agroecology with social and economic empowerment. Focused on supporting women’s collectives, the NGO has helped establish gardening initiatives that provide food security, income opportunities, and greater resilience against crises. Through hands-on training, financial support,...
Nicaragua
Artículo
2022
Biodiversity is at the core of sustainable agriculture, providing essential ecosystem services such as pollination, water purification, and natural pest control. However, modern monoculture farming has significantly contributed to biodiversity loss, weakening the resilience of food production systems. Increasingly, farmers and policymakers recognize the need to integrate biodiversity into agriculture,...
Artículo
2023
Bhutan is setting its sights on food self-sufficiency by 2029, with a strong emphasis on boosting rice and vegetable production. However, challenges such as fallow lands, water shortages, and climate change threaten progress. To address these, the Tarayana Foundation has developed an Agroecological Roadmap for Sustainable Food Systems, bringing together...
Bhutan
Artículo
2025
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