Sunday, March 24, 2024 2pm to 4pm
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20 South Court Street, Athens, Ohio 45701
https://athenacinema.com/seed/THE ATHENA CINEMA AND OEFFA ARE THRILLED TO PRESENT A SPECIAL SCREENING OF THIS IMPORTANT EMMY-NOMINATED DOCUMENTARY!
Few things on Earth are as miraculous and vital as seeds – they have been worshipped and treasured by various peoples since the dawn of humankind.
SEED: The Untold Story follows a handful of dedicated seed-keepers from around the planet who have tasked themselves with protecting our 12,000-year old food legacy. And, protection is a must – During the past century, 94% of our seed varieties have disappeared. Moreover, “Big Ag” and bio-tech firms have control of the market-share and distribution of the vast majority of seeds available to farmers, forcing scientists, lawyers, and indigenous seed-stewards into a David-and-Goliath battle to defend the future of our food.
Through this compelling and poetic story, executive produced by Marissa Tomei, SEED relates the trials and travails of often-reluctant heroes – including Vandana Shiva, Dr. Jane Goodall, Andrew Kimbrell, Winona Laduke, and Raj Patel – who strive to repair our lost connection to our most treasured resource and help a global culture centered on seeds begin to take root.
Admission is FREE and open to the public thanks to our partnership with
OEFFA (Ohio Ecological Food and Farm Association)
To pre-register for the screening and show your support for OEFFA, please visit their webpage here:
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