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Zimbabwe: In Zimbabwe, Community Seed Banks Are Reviving Indigenous Crops
Zimbabwean farmers in Chipinge are reviving drought-resistant traditional crops through an FAO-backed community seed bank, enhancing food security and resilience against climate variability. The initiative leverages indigenous knowledge to provide a safety net against droughts and floods.
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