Conservation and Biodiversity
Listen to the podcast “” by 99% Invisible, read the information on the webpage, and reflect on this content in terms of agricultural sustainability (Ch 8, 9) and biodiversity and conservation (Ch 5). In your reflection writing, respond to the following:
- Explain how the efforts of Nikolai Vavilov were foundational for seed vaults.
- What was Vavilov’s overarching goal (why did he want to establish a seed vault)?
- How do seed vaults link to the sustainable agriculture chapter? What about the conservation & biodiversity chapter?
- What did you find most interesting? Do you think seed banks are a useful solution to pressures on biodiversity?
You should aim to write 1-2 paragraphs for each question. Include citations and references as needed.
Requirements: vsr

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