Hosted by Matthew Dillon, Seed Matters
With John Navazio, Senior Scientist at Organic Seed Alliance and Sara McCamant of Seed Matters.
The great treasure of plant diversity is being lost to seed industry consolidation and the privatization of seeds via hybrids and genetic engineering. Only 20 percent of organic farmers use organic seeds owing to the lack of supply. Come hear about a two-fold strategy for reclaiming seed stewardship that includes the development of a commercial-scale organic seed supply and the training of gardeners in seed saving skills. This session will include a seed-saving demonstration.
Manzanita Room | 2:45pm-4:15pm, Sat
