A Pragmatic Approach to Sourcing Seeds for Ecological Restoration
The discussion on the importance of sourcing seeds ecologically has increased in recent years, as the conservation of nature and the environment has become a major priority. A new study published in the journal Frontiers in Ecology and Evolution takes a pragmatic approach to this important issue. The study looks at the practical application of sourcing seeds ecologically, exploring the potential of using the principles of agroecology to improve the efficiency and sustainability of seed production.
The study proposes that agroecology, the study of how different agricultural practices can improve the sustainability of farming systems, can be used to guide the efficient and sustainable sourcing of seeds. The authors suggest that agroecological practices, such as diversifying crops, crop rotation, and the use of cover crops, can help to improve the quality and quantity of seed sources, while also protecting biodiversity. They go on to suggest that this approach could lead to more resilient and sustainable seed production systems, which would benefit both farmers and the environment.
source: Phys.org