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Diversifying Food and Diets

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Diversifying Food and Diets
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Publisher: Routledge
ISBN/ASIN: 1849714576
ISBN-13: 9781849714570
Number of pages: 401

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This volume explores the current state of knowledge on the role of agricultural biodiversity in improving diets, nutrition and food security. Using examples and case studies from around the globe, the book explores current strategies for improving nutrition and diets and identifies key research and implementation gaps that need to be addressed to successfully promote the better use of agricultural biodiversity for rural and urban populations and societies in transition.

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