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The Impact of the Global Land Rush on Women

Around the world, there has been a notable increase in the demand for land—particularly agricultural land—resulting in a ‘global land rush.’  The demand for cultivable land has been driven by several contributing factors.  Population growth, coupled with rising income and rates of consumption, is increasing the demand for land as a source of housing and food.  In addition, a recent spike in the cost of food—due to factors such as natural disasters, commodities speculation, [...]