US, Ethiopia Join to Train Women Farmers

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food insecurity – n. to be not certain that one will continue to have food

nutrition – n. the process of eating the right kind of food so you can grow properly and be healthy

container – n. a large box that goods are placed in so that they can be moved from one place to another on a ship, airplane, train or truck

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What kind of training do small farmers receive in your country? We want to hear from you. Tell us in the comments section.