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Bonus Episode 32: Seed Saving Class November 2019 (502.5)

Bonus Episode 32: Seed Saving Class November 2019 (502.5)

FromThe Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson


Bonus Episode 32: Seed Saving Class November 2019 (502.5)

FromThe Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson

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Length:
50 minutes
Released:
Dec 17, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Bonus Episode 32: Seed Saving Class November 2019.  A chat with an expert on Seeds.  In This Bonus Podcast: This special seed saving chat covers Bill McDorman's learning and experiences after attending the 8th Session of the Governing Body International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resource for Food and Agriculture in Rome, Italy.  This is a recording of the November 2019 episode of a live Seed Saving Class discussing the global seed situation, plant patents, advanced methods for creating new plants, why seed saving is more important than ever, and so much more. Join the class! Register anytime for the next event.Register Here for the Seed Saving Class with Live Q&A Bill McDorman is Executive Director of Rocky Mountain Seed Alliance, Ketchum, Idaho. He got his start in the bio-regional seed movement while in college in 1979 when he helped start Garden City Seeds. In 1984, Bill started Seeds Trust/High Altitude Gardens, a mail-order seed company he ran successfully until it sold in 2013. Visit www.urbanfarm.org/bonus32  for the show notes on this bonus episode, and access to our full podcast library!
Released:
Dec 17, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Welcome to The Urban Farm Podcast, your partner in the Grow Your Own Food revolution! This audio only podcast features special guests like Jason Mraz, Lisa Steele, and Kari Spencer as we discuss the art and value of growing food in urban areas. We'll explore topics such as urban beekeeping and chicken farming, permaculture, successful composting, monetizing your farm, and much more! Each episode will bring you tips and tricks on how to overcome common challenges, opportunities to learn from the experience of people just like you, and plenty of resources to ensure you're informed, equipped, and empowered to participate more mindfully in your local food system... and to have a great time doing it!