Fantastic article, really well researched and covers so much. That seed fair looks fantastic and a lot like our annual Reclaim the seeds festival in the Netherlands. A few years ago Ache Noah and Kokopelli used to have stalls there too but now sadly it's no longer as Europe wide as it once was.
Sorry missed this. Yes, we have similar non-profits and many smaller for-profit seed saving companies participating each year. It could have been a matter of funding.
Excellent article - and I never knew that Kokopelli had had to fight a legal battle, what a sad situation but so glad they can keep selling their wonderful selection of seeds.
I enjoyed this article, especially the point about establishing a focus or principles for your practice. I do something similar when choosing what food or ornamental plants to grow in my space.
Thanks, Susan! Yes, there are some real treasures here. 'Forellenschluss' is a speckled romaine lettuce they rediscovered here in Austria, and I think it is available under the name 'Speckled Trout' now in the UK and US.
This was fascinating, and something I had never really thought about before.
Thanks for reading, Fiona! I'm glad you found something new in it.
Fantastic article, really well researched and covers so much. That seed fair looks fantastic and a lot like our annual Reclaim the seeds festival in the Netherlands. A few years ago Ache Noah and Kokopelli used to have stalls there too but now sadly it's no longer as Europe wide as it once was.
That's a shame! I wonder why Kokopelli and Arche Noah have stopped coming. Is there a similar non-profit in the Netherlands?
Sorry missed this. Yes, we have similar non-profits and many smaller for-profit seed saving companies participating each year. It could have been a matter of funding.
Excellent article - and I never knew that Kokopelli had had to fight a legal battle, what a sad situation but so glad they can keep selling their wonderful selection of seeds.
Kokopelli is truly awesome. Glad you enjoyed the article!
I enjoyed this article, especially the point about establishing a focus or principles for your practice. I do something similar when choosing what food or ornamental plants to grow in my space.
Glad you enjoyed it and I'm not surprised you make thoughtful choices.
Thanks for the discussion on seeds and the background on patents.
Great article! European varieties sound so interesting.
Thanks, Susan! Yes, there are some real treasures here. 'Forellenschluss' is a speckled romaine lettuce they rediscovered here in Austria, and I think it is available under the name 'Speckled Trout' now in the UK and US.