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Safe Land, Sustainable Futures: Promoting Food Security Through Mine Clearance

The non-profit organization APOPO deploys rats and dogs for mine detection to speed up the clearance of explosives. These animals have helped APOPO save thousands of lives by efficiently clearing and safely disposing of landmines and other explosive ordnances in former conflict zones. Farmers benefit from these lands, allowing them to safely produce food for their families. With support from Bayer Foundation, APOPO integrates mine action with agricultural development by adding an additional dog team in Cambodia.