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Indian tribe revives heirloom seeds for health and climate security

Sonali Prasad

November 30, 2018 |

Mongabay |

Multi-Media |

1500-3000 Words

Response Location: India, Rayagada

The women of India's Dongria Kondhs, with some assistance from grassroots organizations, are leading an effort to move away from monoculture and back to lost seed varieties. A community can grow as many as 50 plant varietals on a single farm. Not only do such practices empower growers to navigate pests and climate change, but also to improve health.

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