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Aniceta’s amaranth: A story of resistance, memory and life in Guatemala

The soil of Rabinal, a small town located in the department of Baja Verapaz, Guatemala, holds stories of resistance and memory. At dawn, the sound of the ‘metate’ grinding stone and the aroma of corn reflect the continuity of an ancient agricultural tradition of the Maya Achi people. These communities have cultivated maize, beans and amaranth for centuries, integrating their cosmovision into planting and respect for the land.

Title of publication: Issue 2 Cultivating health
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Author: Luisa María Castaño Hernández
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Organization: Rooted in Agroecology and Food Sovereignty
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Year: 2025
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Country/ies: Guatemala
Geographical coverage: Latin America and the Caribbean
Type: Blog article
Content language: English
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