Seed is the foundation of humanity's evolution. Cultivation of seed and planting material is the basis for our food systems: in other words, seed saving is at the root of our capacity to thrive.
Broccoli going to seed next to the Silverbeet |
I wonder where Jack ( my great uncle) used to keep his seeds? He had a garden that fed the street and many others as well as his family. What a garden it was to. A place of magic and joy.
Broccoli Flowers in the Garden at Urunga NSW |
Bill Mollison, founder of Permaculture and recipient of the Australian Achiever Award 1993, says in the book's preface:Images @ Eminpee Fotography
"I believe this book to be essential for all caring farmer, gardeners, cooks and parents, and I trust that it will speed our return to good nutrition and a healthy society."
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