Sophie Holztman
In Australia, native grains heal old wounds
Grappling with the lasting effects of forest fires and colonization on their food systems, culture, and community, the University of Sydney Native Grains team is working with Aboriginal residents of Northern New South Wales, Australia to revitalize traditional practices. This spring, I traveled to the town of Narrabri with the team to dive into their projects, stories, and progress. On the journey, I found not just a renewal of an ancient food system, but a strengthening of community.
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This story was supported by the Planet Forward Experiential Learning Fund.