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Establish Fruit and Nut Tree Systems for Nutrition Security

Many regions lack access to nutritious foods, yet fruit and nut trees could provide year-round nutrition while requiring minimal inputs once established. The challenge is developing productive tree-based food systems for diverse climates and soils. Barriers include long establishment periods, limited varieties adapted to local conditions, and pest management challenges. Without tree-based nutrition, many communities remain malnourished while missing opportunities for sustainable food security. Successful tree food systems could provide nutrition for millions while creating food forests that last generations, potentially addressing malnutrition while building resilient food systems that improve over time.

Applied Sciences, Sustainable Farming, Agroforestry