Sowing innovation for sustainable food

Michel Pimbert

Reflect & Act

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Published: January 2012

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Product code:G03229

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This paper highlights research into sustaining local food systems, biodiversity and livelihoods. It showcases how farming communities are taking the lead in action research to revive diverse, locally controlled food systems.

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Pimbert, M. (2012). Sowing innovation for sustainable food. .
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