GAI 2024 – Nurture
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'Nurture' explores powerful stories of environmental and agricultural resilience in Latin America. In Mexico, women are pioneering sustainable mezcal production, preserving agave species while challenging industry norms. Peru’s Andean farmers, meanwhile, face severe droughts tied to climate change, threatening staple crops like potatoes and corn. Colombia’s Cauca Valley hosts a vital seed vault preserving crop diversity to safeguard food security globally. In Brazil, Project Pollinate protects bees near sugarcane fields by creating pesticide-free zones, promoting biodiversity in agribusiness. Together, these stories highlight Latin America’s commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship.
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