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“Whether we consciously realize it or not, the biodiversity with which we are most familiar, and the biodiversity with which we have most intimate historical, cultural and biological connections, is that associated with food plants.” quote by Cary Fowler
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“Whether we consciously realize it or not, the biodiversity with which we are most familiar, and the biodiversity with which we have most intimate historical, cultural and biological connections, is that associated with food plants.”

Cary Fowler

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Source Book: The Omnivore's Dilemma, 2006

Our deepest connections—cultural, historical, and biological—are tied to food plants, making them central to biodiversity.

In simple terms: Food plants are the core of our cultural and biological ties.

Key Takeaway

Protect and value food plant diversity.

Themes

environment culture food biodiversity history

Mood

thoughtful informed

Type

educational inspirational

When to use this quote

  • gardening
  • policy making
  • education
  • community cooking

Key Concepts

ecology agriculture anthropology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does your diet reflect cultural heritage?
  • What can you do to support food plant diversity?
A Different Perspective

Focusing only on food plants may overlook other vital ecosystems.

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