SeedChange / Sème l’avenir

13.2K posts

SeedChange / Sème l’avenir

@seedchange_

We work with small-scale farmers around the world to strengthen their ability to grow good food, starting with local seeds.

Katılım Nisan 2011

1.1K Takip Edilen3.7K Takipçiler

SeedChange / Sème l’avenir@seedchange_·31 Eki

Did you know that @seedchange_ publishes a monthly e-newsletter that highlights seed-related news across Canada and with the partners we work with around the world? Check out our @issuu edition of it here: issuu.com/weseedchange/d… #farmers #seedwork #seedstories #seedsystems #food

English

484

SeedChange / Sème l’avenir@seedchange_·6 Eki

Registration for the 2023 @EFAO2 (a delivery partner for @seedchange_) Annual Conference is now open! Register today to secure your spot! efao.ca/efao-conferenc… #EFAO2023

English

165

SeedChange / Sème l’avenir@seedchange_·24 Tem

L'initiative de la famille Bauta, le programme Canadien de #Sèmelavenir, recrute des membres pour son nouveau Conseil consultatif des agriculteur·rice·s. La date limite pour déposer votre candidature est le 15 septembre 2023. Plus de détails ici: seedsecurity.ca/fr/a-propos/co…

Français

215

SeedChange / Sème l’avenir@seedchange_·24 Tem

The Bauta Family Initiative, #SeedChange's Canadian program, is recruiting members for its Farmer Advisory Council! Deadline to apply is Sep 15, 2023. For more details, visit: seedsecurity.ca/en/about/farme…. #foodsecurity #foodsovereignty #canada #seeds #socialjustice #agroecology

English

260

SeedChange / Sème l’avenir@seedchange_·1 Haz

We're thrilled to announce the opening of a new #organic produce aggregation center in Gilgil, Kenya. An important milestone towards improving market access for #womenfarmers engaged in #agroecology. @SeedsaversN @CanadaDev the-star.co.ke/counties/rift-…

English

SeedChange / Sème l’avenir retweetledi

Canadian Organic Growers@CanadianOrganic·10 May

"All we're asking for is a mandatory traceability system that provides myself and my fellow organic farmers with the assurances that we need to make sure that the seed that we're buying is free from genetic engineering. So all we're asking for is the choice to farm organically."

English

239

SeedChange / Sème l’avenir retweetledi

Canadian Organic Growers@CanadianOrganic·10 May

"If I can't certify my farm as organic, I lose an incredible market share," said Squires, president of the Canadian Organic Growers, and who often sells to European markets which she says demand a non-GMO guarantee. 👉 Nobody is calling for a ban, just a way to opt out.

English

198

SeedChange / Sème l’avenir@seedchange_·12 May

A great article from @CBC on the recent decision by the federal government to allow some gene-edited #seeds to be released without independent safety assessment, and the impact of this decision for organic farmers. cbc.ca/news/canada/ge… #protectorganic #protectorganicfarmers

English

147

SeedChange / Sème l’avenir@seedchange_·5 May

La décision du gouvernement Canadien d'autoriser que des semences #OGM soient mises en marché sans évaluation pose une importante menace à la communauté agricole écologique. Nous demandons au gouvernement de revenir sur sa décision. bit.ly/3LUEj2x @NFUcanada

Français

257

SeedChange / Sème l’avenir@seedchange_·5 May

The federal government's decision to allow certain #GMO seeds to be released without disclosure is detrimental to #organic farming and farmer-led #seed systems. We urge Canada to reverse this decision and demand full transparency. Read: bit.ly/42bpBKq @CanadianOrganic

English

357

SeedChange / Sème l’avenir@seedchange_·30 Mar

Canada is failing to meet its international responsibilities to support more #resilient and just #foodsystems. The impacts from a 15% cut ($1.3 billion) to #international assistance would be felt not just in the countries we work but here at home in Canada. #KeepThePromise

Cooperation Canada@cooperation_ca

JOINT STATEMENT: A coalition of 90 international cooperation NGOs responds to #Budget2023, saying federal budget undermines Canada’s standing in the world as government backpedals on aid commitment. #KeepThePromise Read here: cooperation.ca/budget-2023-un…

English

522

SeedChange / Sème l’avenir@seedchange_·27 Şub

Join us tomorrow! Register here: bit.ly/3Y7Hvuq #seedsofsurvival #webinar #seedsecurity #seedsovereignty #foodsovereignty

Coady Institute@CoadyStFX

Join us! We are pleased to partner with @seedchange_ for this online event bringing together seed security and seed sovereignty practitioners from around the world to discuss current work to support farmer seed systems. Learn more and register: coady.stfx.ca/seeds-of-survi…

English

434

SeedChange / Sème l’avenir@seedchange_·23 Şub

Gardeners and #seedsavers of all skill levels, we need you! A key partner in our Canadian seed work, @seedsdiversity, is recruiting for its Community Grow-outs. For details + to apply, visit: seeds.ca/diversity/seed…

English

486

SeedChange / Sème l’avenir@seedchange_·13 Oca

UPCOMING SEMINAR | Indigenous perspectives on Seed Sovereignty Join us and @YorkUniversity for this panel, in which Indigenous seed keepers, activists, and scholars will discuss the importance of #seeds and #biodiversity in Indigenous #foodsystems. 🔗 bit.ly/3CD3q56

English

1.3K

SeedChange / Sème l’avenir@seedchange_·30 Ara

This is your last chance to make a donation to SeedChange and receive a charitable tax receipt for 2022. Donate up until December 31: weseedchange.org/donate/ Thank you for supporting the #foodsovereignty mission, and for helping #farmers grow a better world!

English

248

SeedChange / Sème l’avenir@seedchange_·29 Kas

#GivingTuesday is here. We hope you can join us today as we’re on a mission to bring transformative #agroecological training to 200 #womenfarmers in Kenya. Your gift can help a woman like Hannah change her life story. Donate today: weseedchange.org/giving-tuesday/

English

SeedChange / Sème l’avenir@seedchange_·28 Kas

Tomorrow is #GivingTuesday. Join us as we’re on a mission to help women farmers in #Kenya receive a transformative #agroecology training program. Watch Beatrice’s story to see how this training changed her life. Support the project: weseedchange.org/giving-tuesday/

English

SeedChange / Sème l’avenir@seedchange_·24 Eki

In Kenya, farmers are dealing with drought, rising food prices, and a law that prohibits them from planting and sharing their indigenous seeds. Our partner Daniel Wanjama from the Seed Savers Network explains the impact in this in-depth news feature. ntvkenya.co.ke/news-features/…

English

SeedChange / Sème l’avenir@seedchange_·21 Eki

Join us tomorrow for Seed Sovereignty: Current directions for just food systems, a #panel discussion exploring the current challenges and opportunities for achieving #seedsovereignty. Register for the in-person or online event here: bit.ly/3CVkCTM

English

SeedChange / Sème l’avenir@seedchange_·18 Eki

PUIS-JE CONSERVER CES SEMENCES ? Nous sommes très fiers d'offrir un tout nouveau guide pour les #agriculteurs.trices destiné à les aider à mieux comprendre les règles entourant les brevets, les droits et les contrats de #semences: onsemelavenir.org/puis-je-conser…

Français

Keşfet

@issuu @CanadaDev @CBC @NFUcanada @CanadianOrganic @seedsdiversity @YorkUniversity @elonmusk