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Seed Laws: How They are Squashing the Growth of Farmers’ Rights

Seed Laws: How They are Squashing the Growth of Farmers’ Rights

Seeds are the building blocks of food and the foundation of agriculture. A practice known as “seed sharing,” has been in practice for generations to ensure the preservation and continuance of heirloom seeds. In the last few decades, this practice has been under attack as large private companies have dominated the seed industry. In this piece, staffer Savannah Baker highlights the importance of seeds and the need for seed sharing to continue.