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EP196- Exploring Jennifer Jewell's Latest Book "What We Sow" On the Personal, Ecological and Cultural Significance of Seeds


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This weeks John chats with Jennifer Jewell gardener, garden writer & podcaster  all about her latest book. "What We Sow"

It is an enlightening discussion with Jennifer which takes us through her book and in doing so touches on so many areas of gardening. Jennifer's latest book, 'What We Sow,' delves into the profound personal, ecological, and cultural significance of seeds. A journey through her book uncovers the wide-reaching implications of seed production and distribution on our society and environment.

The conversation takes a sobering turn as we grapple with the reality of seed control. A handful of corporations govern the lion's share of the world's seeds, leading to a dependency in certain areas, and a surge in toxicity in our soils, waters, and food systems.
Jennifer urges us to reconsider our seed purchases, advocating for small, local, or mid-size regional seed networks. Choosing seed that is locally grown, harvested and shareable gives seeds their importance as it should be a life force rather than a commodity.
 She beautifully illustrates the metaphor of seeds representing the creative life force all across the world and the power held within seeds. The episode also delves into the revival of seed keeping networks and the significance of cultivating culturally relevant plants.

As we challenge traditional gardening perceptions, Jennifer invites us to create diverse, dynamic, and ecologically beneficial gardens that are not just aesthetically pleasing but also contribute to environmental diversity.

As you join us on this fascinating exploration of seeds with Jennifer, prepare to shift your gardening perspective and explore its deeper, more significant implications.

It is a great chat and the book is superb if you want to find Jennifer her books or the Cultivating Place Podcast you can find all on her website
https://www.cultivatingplace.com

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