Southampton’s ninth Seed Swap, which takes place on Sunday, February 9, makes a very local stand against multinationals now controlling the seed market.
Organisers of seed swaps say they’re a grassroots movement, which make a stand against the handful of corporations which now control a large proportion of the world’s seed market, and which “are pushing their GM ‘products’ into our homes and onto our tables”.
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The Southampton event was inspired by Seedy Sunday in Brighton. Those attending can exchange saved seeds, or purchase through a donation.
As well as swapping or making a donation for seeds, visitors can also visit various stalls, including a bookstall from Portswood’s October Books, the event sponsor.
Details
When: Sunday 9th February 2014, 11am - 3:30pm
Where: Southampton Solent University Conference Centre, 157-187 Above Bar Street, Meon Suite, Sir James Matthews Building, Southampton, SO14 7NN
Entrance: £2. Event is on the ground floor and is accessible by wheelchair.
Website: http://www.octoberbooks.org/seedswap/