Scotland Outdoors The Glasgow Seed Library with Rowan Lear
Feb 19, 2025
Rowan Lear, a passionate seed librarian at the Glasgow Seed Library, discusses the crucial role of seed saving in fostering biodiversity and community involvement. They highlight how corporate influence threatens local agriculture by replacing indigenous seeds. Rowan shares techniques for seed saving and the mental health benefits of community gardens. The conversation also touches on the intersections of queerness, disability, and gardening, emphasizing resilience and empowerment through self-managed food sources.
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Importance of Seed Saving
- Seed saving is a tangible way to adapt to climate change and reconnect with food and the earth.
- Corporate control of the seed market threatens global food security and biodiversity.
Seeds in Rowan's Pocket
- Rowan Lear carries quinoa and pak choi seeds, highlighting their origins and adaptation to Scottish climates.
- The quinoa, originally from the Andes, was grown on Arran and deposited in the Glasgow Seed Library.
Starting Seed Saving
- Start seed saving with something you love, like tomatoes, peas, beans, or lettuces.
- Choose self-pollinating plants to avoid cross-pollination and ensure you save the desired variety.