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Kusa (Zucchini) كوسا بعل - Palestine Heirloom Seed Library مكتبة البذور البلدية الفلسطينية
£7
Kusa (Zucchini) كوسا بعل - Palestine Heirloom Seed Library مكتبة البذور البلدية الفلسطينية
10 x 15 cm | Seeds
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Preserving and passing on Palestinian heritage in little packets, in spite of the ugly reality of occupation.
Like most farmers around the world, Palestinian farmers are facing the dangers of agribusiness, corporate seed, land dominance along with political violence. But many of these farmers are the heroes who have been safeguarding these precious seeds and the knowledge these seeds carry. Palestinian heirloom seed varieties are under threat; many have gone extinct. These seeds that have been passed down to us over the centuries carry in their genes the stories and the spirits of the Palestinian indigenous ancestors. Aside from their cultural significance, these seeds carry options for our future survival as we face climate change and the erosion of agrobiodiversity worldwide. As such, it is urgent that we save and propagate them.
Founded by Vivien Sansour, the PHSL and its Traveling Kitchen project seek to preserve and promote heritage and threatened seed varieties, traditional Palestinian farming practices, and the cultural stories and identities associated with them. Based in the village of Battir, a UNESCO World Heritage site outside Bethlehem, the PHSL also serves as a space for collaborations with artists, poets, writers, journalists, and other members to showcase and promote their talents and work. Working closely with farmers, Sansour has identified key seed varieties and food crops that are threatened with extinction and would provide the best opportunities to inspire local farmers and community members to actively preserve their bioculture and recuperate their local landscape. The PHSL is part of the global conversation about biocultural heritage. Its Traveling Kitchen is a mobile venue for social engagement in different communities, promoting cultural preservation through food choices.
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KUSA / كوسا بعل
Baal kusa is Palestine’s king crop in the kitchen. Grown traditionally with no irrigation, it is part of many crops that are named Baal, which refers to the Cannanite Diety of fertility. Kusa is a buttery zucchini that is perfect for stuffing in traditional Palestinian dishes but it can also be used in sautes and stews. Its perfect companions are tomatoes and garlic.
Plant in April or May or after the last frost. Allow space for it to spread or climb. Believe it will grow!
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Each packet includes an information card along with seeds.
Kusa (Zucchini) كوسا بعل - Palestine Heirloom Seed Library مكتبة البذور البلدية الفلسطينية listed in:
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Yakteen (Groud) يقطين - Palestine Heirloom Seed Library مكتبة البذور البلدية الفلسطينية
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Yakteen (Groud) يقطين - Palestine Heirloom Seed Library مكتبة البذور البلدية الفلسطينية
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Kusa (Zucchini) كوسا بعل - Palestine Heirloom Seed Library مكتبة البذور البلدية الفلسطينية
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£7
Kusa (Zucchini) كوسا بعل - Palestine Heirloom Seed Library مكتبة البذور البلدية الفلسطينية
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Saru & birds cushion cover - Palestinian embroidery - Design by Grace Abdo - Embroidered by Women in Hebron
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Saru & birds cushion cover - Palestinian embroidery - Design by Grace Abdo - Embroidered by Women in Hebron