Rural farming communities in Central India are waking up to the importance of conserving seed diversity

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This article highlights how tribal farming communities in Central India are increasingly recognizing the vital role of conserving traditional seed diversity. Across villages, tribal farmers, especially women farmers, are reviving ancient practices of conserving, and exchanging indigenous seed varieties through local seed festivals and community seed banks. These grassroots initiatives, are helping restore biodiversity, fortify food security, and resist corporate control of seeds.

Read full article: https://pressinstitute.in/vidura/rural-farming-communities-in-central-india-are-waking-up-to-the-importance-of-conserving-seed-diversity/

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