"Living Roots" provides an environmental humanities framework for a changing world
Climate change acts as a "threat multiplier," but professor Liz Carlisle argues the answer to global adaptation is rooted in the soil.
Within the Environmental Studies Program, a new book co-edited by Carlisle highlights the promise of crops like fruit trees and deep-rooted grains. "I see these foods and the movement building around them as this really promising solution," Carlisle said.
Through essays from academics and Indigenous knowledge holders, the book argues that relying on perennial ecosystems reduces carbon emissions and prevents erosion. Deep-rooted plants also withstand the droughts and heat stress that affect annual farming. By preserving resources and nurturing cultural resilience, Carlisle demonstrates that perennial agriculture offers a path to food security for future generations. Read the full story on The Current.
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