Some women start to grow vegetables as temperatures creep higher, while others struggle on with maize...
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All over the world, the weather is doing crazy things. As climate changes, it will impact food production. What are the possible impacts of climate chaneg on the way we eat and how do we prepare ourselves for the challenges ahead?
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