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The inspiring scientists who saved the world’s first seed bank

The Audio Long Read

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Seeds of Survival: The Leningrad Siege

This chapter details the intense struggles of seed bank staff during the Leningrad siege in 1941, as they balance their commitment to preserving seeds with the urgent need for survival. It explores the moral dilemmas faced by botanists and their efforts to engage the community in food cultivation amidst the chaos of war.

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