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BOLIVIA 2024. Camelids in the Huatapampa community

15 September 2024. Lake Titicaca, Bolivia. FAO in Bolivia works with communities in the highlands to strengthen capacities in camelid breeding. One of the activities of the Huatapampa community, 3,864 metres above sea level, is camelid breeding.

09/15/2024

Country Bolivia (Plurinational State of)

Credit FAO/Max Valencia

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Unique ID UF17MQ5

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The visit highlighted the community’s commitment to preserving traditional farming techniques, deeply rooted in indigenous customs. The delegation experienced local cultural expressions and participated in an Apthapi, a community-shared lunch, symbolizing unity and the sharing of food produced in the region. This visit underscored the importance of indigenous knowledge and sustainable practices in contributing to food security and agricultural biodiversity.