Rowan Lear

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.