How Malaysian seed guardians preserve agricultural heritage and biodiversity
In Malaysia, farmers and communities across generations have engaged in the age-old practice of preserving seeds as a means of protecting traditional agricultural heritage.
However, the practice of seed saving has slowly been fading in Malaysia over the years.
For one, intellectual property protection regulations from trade agreements may pose more constraints on traditional seed-saving practices.
The prevalence of commercial seeds, combined with a lack of awareness among farmers about the benefits of seed saving, compounds the issue. Furthermore, a dependence on imported or foreign vegetable varieties has diverted attention from preserving and utilising locally adapted varieties.
Title of publication: The Star Malaysia
Author: Beatrice Yong
Year: 2024
Country/ies: Malaysia
Geographical coverage: Asia and the Pacific
Type: Article
Full text available at: https://www.thestar.com.my/lifestyle/living/2024/02/09/how-malaysian-seed-guardians-preserve-agricultural-heritage-and-biodiversity
Content language: English