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This open access book will contribute to a more nuanced debate around seed system resilience that goes beyond the dominant dichotomous conceptualization of seed governance often characterized as traditional vs modern, subsistence vs commercial, or local vs global. While reflecting on the expanding oligopoly in the current seed system, the authors argue that such classifications limit our ability to critically reflect on and acknowledge the diverse approaches through which seed governance is practiced around the world, at various scales, creating a mosaic of dynamic complementarities and autonomies.  The authors also highlight the importance of this much needed dialogue through case studies of seed governance approaches and practices found in and around Japan. 

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Author:   Yoshiaki Nishikawa ,  Michel Pimbert
Publisher:   Springer Nature Switzerland AG
Imprint:   Springer Nature Switzerland AG
Edition:   1st ed. 2022
Weight:   0.416kg
ISBN:  

9783030894047

ISBN 10:   3030894045
Pages:   199
Publication Date:   13 February 2022
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Table of Contents

PART 1  Introduction 1             An overview of seed governance and its challenges for  agroecology, food sovereignty, and socio-ecological resilience 2             Integration of diverse approaches and practices for seed system resilience Bridging endogenous development approach and sustainable livelihoods approach into seed study PART 2  Learning from the field 3             Motivations and values of farmers and breeders who manage crop diversity on farm in Japan  4             Use of hybrid varieties for conservation of heirloom vegetables 5             Role and functions of small seed merchants in rural Japan.  6             Farmer Seed Procurement System in Baglung District, Nepal -Access to Seeds and Diversity of Varieties- 7             Seeds in crop system and livelihoods -case of hibiscus in Myammar- 8             Kyoto No.1 Seeds in Bhutan: exploring the coexistence of diversification and mainstreaming and seed commodification in Bhutan 9             Bio-cultural heritage territories and the conservation of diverse seeds for community resilience and endogenous development    10           Adding value to a Scottish rye landrace through collaborative research into new artisan products.    PART 3  Socio-political analyses 11           Misunderstandings of the international legal framework in political movements in Japan 12           The abolishment of the seed law in Japan – an analysis of public discourse from a perspective of communal resource management 13           Organisations and functions for seed management in East Asia, China, Korea, Japan and Taiwan PART 4                Synthesis   14           When do seeds become seeds ?  Another thought on relations between food and seeds. 15           Re-visiting agroecology and sovereignty from endogenous development perspective in seed governance -influence of symbiosis philosophy in modern society- 16           Seed governance for agroecological transformation and community resilience: a radical agenda for a livable future? Conclusion and Beyond:   Integration of Responsibility and Commitment Based approach to Right Based fundamentals in current sustainable development and agroecology framework of seed management

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Yoshiaki Nishikawa is Professor of Agricultural Economics and Resource Management in the Faculty of Economics, Ryukoku University, established in 1639 based on the spirit of the true teaching of Pure Land Buddhism (Jodo Shinshu) in Kyoto, Japan. His research interests cover institutional aspects of crop genetic resources management, participatory agricultural research and inter-civic relations.  Michel Pimbert is Professor of Agroecology and Food Politics as well as Director of the Centre for Agroecology, Water and Resilience at Coventry University, UK. He was formerly a member of the High Level Panel of Experts on Food Security and Nutrition of the Committee on World Food Security at the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.

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