Episode 3: Climate Resiliency in Seed Collection

10/03/2020 18 min
Episode 3: Climate Resiliency in Seed Collection

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode, learn about seed banks and the importance of seed collection during this time of climate change. Seed banks (collections of seeds stored in climate-controlled facilities) protect and preserve plant biodiversity, essentially serving the role of a living library. Hear from our experts in the field, Mike Kunz, Conservation Ecologist, and Emma York Marzolf, Conservation Grower at the North Carolina Botanical Garden, who dive into the fascinating topic of storing seeds for a more resilient future.