Maizal (IMAGE)

Penn State

Maizal

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A small farm or home garden that is culturally managed and species rich can have a significant impact when it comes to meeting the United Nations’ goal to end global hunger and malnutrition, according to researchers. The kind of multi-species maize field (maizal) pictured here functions as a keystone space in Peru, providing positive outcomes for both biodiversity and nutritious food.

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