Manning Farmer
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Manning Farmer was a dedicated seed-saver known for preserving the nearly extinct Cocke's Prolific corn variety for decades, highlighting the vital role of individual custodians in maintaining agricultural biodiversity until his passing shortly after his 99th birthday.
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Manning Farmer was a seed saver who grew and saved Cocke’s Prolific corn for nearly seven decades.
I don’t want to die with a freezer full of seeds. Biodiversity and preservation need rethinking | Chris SmithThe Guardian·
United Kingdom· 2025-04-02
United Kingdom· 2025-04-02
