Australian Geographic Explorers

Let's Eat Weeds

ating weeds is second nature to Annie Raser-Rowland, but she sometimes gets funny looks when she tells people about it! She doesn’t mind though, and says most people are fascinated due to all the benefits. Not only is it free (and delicious) food, it also helps the environment,

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