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Food supply resilience in the age of global crises starts with women farmers (opens original article in a new tab)

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The article highlights the critical role of women farmers in global food security and the need for inclusive strategies to enhance their resilience against crises.

  • Women farmers produce up to 80% of food in lower-income countries but face exclusion from markets and land ownership.
  • Closing the gender gap in farming could increase global GDP by $1 trillion and reduce food insecurity for 45 million people.
  • Heifer International collaborates with global partners to support women farmers in adapting to climate change and improving food security.

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