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Seeds for Life – Action with farmers in Uttar Pradesh to enhance Food Security in the context of Climate Change in India

Year of publication 2011

Pages 2p.

Publisher FAO ;

Product type Brochure, flyer, fact-sheet

Edition 1

Synopsis (short abstract) For more information, visit the ITPGRFA website . This project has helped establish direct interaction between farmers, field staff and scientists. The active participation of farmers’ clubs and women’s self-help groups has created a sense of ownership and involvement towards common objectives.

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