Global Certificate in Seed Saving for Future Generations
-- ViewingNowThe Global Certificate in Seed Saving for Future Generations is a comprehensive course designed to empower learners with the knowledge and skills necessary to contribute to global food security and sustainable agriculture. This course is critical in a world where the importance of genetic diversity in crops has never been more apparent, with climate change threatening global food supplies.
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โข Introduction to Seed Saving โข Understanding the importance of seed saving, the history of seed saving, and the role of seed savers in preserving biodiversity. โข Seed Anatomy and Physiology โข Exploring the different parts of a seed, the life cycle of plants, and the factors affecting seed germination. โข Seed Collection and Storage โข Learning the best practices for collecting, cleaning, drying, and storing seeds to ensure their viability. โข Seed Saving Techniques โข Discovering various seed saving methods, including wet and dry processing, for different crop species. โข Seed Sovereignty and Policy โข Examining the legal and ethical issues surrounding seed patents, GMOs, and seed sovereignty. โข Community Seed Banks and Seed Exchanges โข Understanding the role of community seed banks and seed exchanges in preserving local crop diversity and promoting sustainable agriculture. โข Seed Starting and Propagation โข Mastering the techniques for starting seeds indoors, direct seeding, and vegetative propagation. โข Seed Stewardship and Education โข Promoting seed stewardship, advocating for seed saving, and educating the public about seed sovereignty.
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