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Alternatives highlight emerging practices, models, and ideas that challenge dominant food system structures. These approaches explore more equitable, ecological, and community-centered ways of producing and sharing food.<\/p>\n

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Agroecology is an approach to farming that works with ecological processes, local knowledge, and biodiversity. It promotes ecologically safe food production while strengthening communities, ecosystems, and food sovereignty.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Agroforestry integrates trees with crops and livestock in farming systems. This approach can improve soil health, support biodiversity, increase resilience to climate change, and diversify farmer livelihoods.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Local food networks connect farmers, fishers, producers, traders, and consumers within a region. They strengthen shorter supply chains, support local economies, and improve access to fresh and culturally appropriate food.<\/span><\/p>\n

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