The story of seeds : from Mendel's garden to your plate, and how there's more of less to eat around the world
by Castaldo, Nancy F. 1962- (Author)
Summary
"With the growth of genetically modified foods, the use of many seeds is dwindling--of 80,000 edible plants, only about 150 are being cultivated. With a global cast of men and women, scientists and laypeople, and photographic documentation, Nancy Castaldo chronicles where our food comes from, and mo... Full description
- Seeds at risk
- Seed pioneers
- Spoils of war
- Variety is the spice of life
- The new genetics
- A return to heirlooms
- The ultimate safety net
- Hope and action
- Call to action.