seed saving
The seed guardians of Peru trying to save the potato
From potatoes to quinoa, many of our favourite foods are at risk from threats like climate change and disease. The "seed guardians" of Peru's Potato Park are hoping to change that.
One seed at a time: Lebanese project promotes agroecology for farmer autonomy
SAADNAYEL, Lebanon – Located in Lebanon’s Beqaa Valley, a region that has been farmed for millennia, a small experimental farm known as Buzuruna Juzuruna (BuJu) is establishing an agroecological network across the country, as well as setting up an heirloom seed cooperative to promote resilience and sovereignty within communities, near and far. “The biggest success […]
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Fighting giants: eco-activist Vandana Shiva on her battle against GM multinationals
The formidable Indian environmentalist discusses her 50-year struggle to protect seeds and farmers from the ‘poison cartel’ of corporate agriculture.
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How seed diversity can help protect our food as the world warms
A new documentary explores the dangers that climate change poses to agriculture — and the seed savers who are working to make food systems more resilient.
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The recipe for restoring damaged lands is missing one key ingredient: seeds
A new report highlights recovery solutions to fires, droughts and other climate catastrophes.
How to garden through climate change
British organic gardener Sally Morgan explains how diversity is the key to managing your garden through extreme weather.
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Restoring the lost art of seed saving in New Hampshire
The Moose Mountain Seed Savers group is working to save seeds that can survive the changing climate and democratize growing so it’s accessible to all.
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