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Ancient farming system and campesino livelihoods at risk in Mexico City
In the south of Mexico City lies a complex lake and canal system dotted with raised agricultural fields known as chinampas, which have been cultivated by campesino farmers ever since the Aztec Empire. Chinampa culture is under threat in part due to …