500 indigenous seed varieties on display
An indigenous seed festival in Mysuru is showcasing over 500 rare plant varieties to promote biodiversity and organic farming. The event includes workshops on seed conservation, bamboo cultivation, and organic soil management.
Why it matters
Preserving indigenous seed varieties is critical for food security and maintaining agricultural heritage against the dominance of commercial monocultures.
More than 50 seed conservators and members of community seed banks from across Karnataka are participating in the two-day indigenous seed festival that began in Mysuru on Saturday, showcasing over 500 indigenous seed varieties, including rare paddy, millets, vegetables, tubers, and local fruit varieties.
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