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Lemken launches new training centre in Alpen

The new AgroFarm with the converted farm house (left) and the training centre with access to adjacent fields. (Image source: Lemken)
Lemken, the agricultural machinery specialist, has launched a new training centre, AgroFarm, in Alpen, close to the company headquarters
Global access for farmers through Geographical Indications initiative

The initiative aims to help smallholder farmers reach a much broader market. (Image source: archer10/Flickr)
FAO, in conjunction with the ministry of science and technology of Lao PDR, the French development Agency (AFD) and the French Embassy in Vientiane has launched a regional symposium promoting the Geographical Indications (GI) initiative