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Chef Binta: A Story of food and resilience

6/16/2025
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In West Africa, fonio farming is more than just agriculture, it’s a symbol of resilience and cultural heritage. Chef Binta, an award-winning chef and advocate for nomadic cuisine, is empowering women farmers by promoting this ancient grain. Through the Fulani Kitchen Foundation and support from FAO, she is helping communities enhance food security and shape a sustainable future while celebrating culinary traditions.

Producer: Flora Trouilloud, Ruki Inoshita, Heriberto Araujo
Presenter: Ruki Inoshita
Sound: Eric Deleu
Editorial supervision: Tszmei Ho FAO
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