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Communities in the highlands of Ethiopia face what seems to be a simple problem: not enough food.  Researchers working to increase food production in the region have discovered that it is not so straightforward, however.  Too small landholdings, poor agricultural practices, a lack of potable water, and other factors contribute to a vicious cycle of deteriorating health and environments – and to increasing poverty.  Supported by Canada’s International Development Research Centre (IDRC), they have also identified ways in which farming families themselves can break out of this cycle.

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