Varieties and Landraces 1st Edition

Varieties and Landraces, 1st Edition by Marney Pascoli Cereda and Olivier François Vilpoux is a compelling, timely exploration of crop diversity and the living heritage of traditional seeds. This engaging volume immediately draws readers in with real-world relevance for researchers, farmers, conservationists and policy-makers who care about sustainable food systems.

Inside, the book combines rigorous scholarship with accessible storytelling to illuminate the science, history and cultural importance of landraces. Clear explanations of agrobiodiversity, seed systems, and breeding practices are paired with regional perspectives and case studies that make complex ideas practical and actionable. Whether you’re interested in on-farm conservation, community seed banks, or resilient cropping strategies, the authors offer thoughtful frameworks and examples that apply from local farms to global policy discussions.

Readers will appreciate the balance of evidence-based analysis and human-focused insight: why landraces matter for climate resilience, food security and cultural identity, and how communities and institutions can protect them. The text is written to serve a wide geography—from European and Latin American landscapes to African and Asian contexts—making it a truly global resource.

Perfect for academics, extension agents, and curious practitioners, this 1st Edition provides both inspiration and tools to support biodiversity in agriculture. Add Varieties and Landraces to your collection today to deepen your understanding of seed diversity and to join the conversation shaping the future of sustainable agriculture. Order your copy now.

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