‘We now live without this violence’: the Colombian farmers giving up coca for palm oil

Colombian farmers are leaving behind the coca leaf industry, which has been linked to decades of conflict and violence. This shift is largely due to government subsidies and a crackdown on armed groups that have long controlled the coca trade. As a result, smallholders like Yoger Payares are rebuilding their lives and finding new economic opportunities in the palm oil industry. The transition is a significant development for the region, offering a chance for peace and stability to take hold.

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Colombian farmers are shifting from coca to palm oil due to subsidies and a crackdown on armed groups. This shift could lead to increased economic activity and stability in the region.

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