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Sowing the Seeds of Change: Seed Sovereignty Forum in Sibonga, Cebu

In the heart of Sibonga, Cebu, farmers, community leaders, and advocates gathered at Our Lady of Divine Grace Social Hall for a powerful Seed Sovereignty Forum. Hosted in partnership with Our Lady of Divine Grace Parish, this gathering served as a vital space to...

Cultivating Connections: CLASS in Tuburan

At the heart of every thriving food system is a strong network of farmers committed to seed sovereignty. In partnership with the Tuburan Local Government Unit (LGU), Global Seed Savers recently hosted a Community Learning Awareness on Seed Sovereignty session at the...

Reclaiming Traditions: Seed School 2 in South Cotabato

At St. Francis of Assisi Learning Farm and Food Sanctuary in Koronadal City, farmers, advocates, and community members gathered for Seed School 2, a powerful continuation of our journey toward seed sovereignty. In partnership with SAC Marbel, this training deepened...

GSS Launches Center-Based Seed Library for Filipino Farmers’ Seed Network

On November 27, 2024, in Kidapawan City, Cotabato, Global Seed Savers proudly launched the center-based seed library of the Filipino Farmers' Seed Network. This initiative, made possible through the generous support of our partner Fastenaktion, marks a significant...

GSS Hosts Seed School 3: A Farmer-to-Farmer Approach to Seed Sovereignty

From December 1-6, 2024, Global Seed Savers conducted Seed School 3 - Training of Trainers: A Farmer-to-Farmer Approach to Seed Sovereignty in partnership with Fastenaktion. Held at the Ridge Loft Inn in Baguio City, this week-long program brought together 25...

New Partner Development Is Underway

Last week I traveled six hours north of Baguio City to the beautiful town of Sagada in Mt. Province like I have many times before. Sagada is a peaceful mountain community that I have been fortunate to spend a lot of time in and have dear friends there. While the...

Farm Visits and Successful Planning Session with BASS Members

Image above: BASS Members pose for a photo after visiting the Boaz Family Farm in Atok! On Monday we woke early and headed to Tublay to meet the BASS Members and conduct field visits to some of the new members farms. The farmers’ commitment, energy, and excitement...

Farmers Progress and Unexpected Connections in the City

Image above: Ma'am Ester's newly planted zucchini that will be saved for seeds. Spending my last day in Tublay on Tuesday visiting our core farmers was the perfect way to cap off an incredibly busy and productive annual trip! Each of our core Seed Savers are kind,...