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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.

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Rural Women in Europe and Central Asia
March 05, 2026

Rural women in Europe and Central Asia comprise nearly 40% of the agricultural workforce, yet their vital contributions often remain invisible and undervalued. This video highlights their critical role in agriculture and rural development, advocating for equal access to resources, knowledge, and opportunities. Supporting women farmers is crucial for building more inclusive, resilient, and efficient agrifood systems.

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) partners with women farmers across the region to strengthen skills, improve resource access, and foster resilient livelihoods and communities. Learn more about FAO's gender equality initiatives: Empowering women in food and agriculture and the upcoming International Year of the Woman Farmer 2026.