Presenter: Christy Anderson Mt. Gile's Famous
Talk Description: For many of us, our first introduction to gardening is the seed. The cycle of planting in the spring and collecting in the fall, in hopes of returning them to the soil the following year, is a tradition that has been passaged down for generations. The joy of sharing seeds with family and friends is in many ways a rite of passage. But did you know that this simple and most basic ritual is increasingly under pressure? According to the Open Source Seed Initiative (OSSI) website, osseeds.org, a mere handful of companies account for the majority of commercial breeding and seed sales. Seeds are being patented at an alarming rate, and restrictions on their genetic materials are impacting not only plant breeders at universities and small seed companies, but also potentially farmers and individuals. In this talk, we will explore the origins of OSSI, its ongoing mission, and how you can become a part of this growing movement to ensure that genetic material is preserved and available for current and future generations.
| Show Name | Show Stage/Venue | Show Type | Show Date | Show Information | Performance Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Open Source Seed Initiative (OSSI): Freeing the Seed | Litchfield | Farming & Gardening | Fri 20 Sep 2024 1:00 PM to 1:50 PM | Presenter: Christy Anderson Mt. Gile's Famous Talk Description: For many of us, our first introduction to gardening is the seed. The cycle of planting in the spring and collecting in the fall, in hopes of returning them to the soil the following year, is a tradition that has been passaged down for generations. The joy of sharing seeds with family and friends is in many ways a rite of passage. But did you know that this simple and most basic ritual is increasingly under pressure? According to the Open Source Seed Initiative (OSSI) website, osseeds.org, a mere handful of companies account for the majority of commercial breeding and seed sales. Seeds are being patented at an alarming rate, and restrictions on their genetic materials are impacting not only plant breeders at universities and small seed companies, but also potentially farmers and individuals. In this talk, we will explore the origins of OSSI, its ongoing mission, and how you can become a part of this growing movement to ensure that genetic material is preserved and available for current and future generations. | Volunteer Benefits |
| The Open Source Seed Initiative (OSSI): Freeing the Seed | Litchfield | Farming & Gardening | Sat 21 Sep 2024 2:00 PM to 2:50 PM | Presenter: Christy Anderson Mt. Gile's Famous Talk Description: For many of us, our first introduction to gardening is the seed. The cycle of planting in the spring and collecting in the fall, in hopes of returning them to the soil the following year, is a tradition that has been passaged down for generations. The joy of sharing seeds with family and friends is in many ways a rite of passage. But did you know that this simple and most basic ritual is increasingly under pressure? According to the Open Source Seed Initiative (OSSI) website, osseeds.org, a mere handful of companies account for the majority of commercial breeding and seed sales. Seeds are being patented at an alarming rate, and restrictions on their genetic materials are impacting not only plant breeders at universities and small seed companies, but also potentially farmers and individuals. In this talk, we will explore the origins of OSSI, its ongoing mission, and how you can become a part of this growing movement to ensure that genetic material is preserved and available for current and future generations. | Volunteer Benefits |
| The Open Source Seed Initiative (OSSI): Freeing the Seed | Litchfield | Farming & Gardening | Sun 22 Sep 2024 10:00 AM to 10:50 AM | Presenter: Christy Anderson Mt. Gile's Famous Talk Description: For many of us, our first introduction to gardening is the seed. The cycle of planting in the spring and collecting in the fall, in hopes of returning them to the soil the following year, is a tradition that has been passaged down for generations. The joy of sharing seeds with family and friends is in many ways a rite of passage. But did you know that this simple and most basic ritual is increasingly under pressure? According to the Open Source Seed Initiative (OSSI) website, osseeds.org, a mere handful of companies account for the majority of commercial breeding and seed sales. Seeds are being patented at an alarming rate, and restrictions on their genetic materials are impacting not only plant breeders at universities and small seed companies, but also potentially farmers and individuals. In this talk, we will explore the origins of OSSI, its ongoing mission, and how you can become a part of this growing movement to ensure that genetic material is preserved and available for current and future generations. | Volunteer Benefits |
| Heirloom Tomatoes: Forgotten Favorites and Uncommon Gems | Litchfield | Farming & Gardening | Sun 22 Sep 2024 4:00 PM to 4:50 PM | Presenter: Christy Anderson Mt. Gile's Famous Talk Description: Join us as we explore several remarkable tomato varieties that have been rescued from almost certain extinction. From post Civil War catalog stalwarts to noteworthy 20th century breeding program introductions, we will discuss how these important heirlooms were lost and subsequently found. | Volunteer Benefits |
