Scientists are racing to save critical element of nation's genetic makeup: 'We don't have that kind of infrastructure in place'

Scientists are racing to save critical element of nation's genetic makeup: 'We don't have that kind of infrastructure in place'

Seeds may be small, but it's taking large-scale efforts to save them. In 2024, the Chicago Botanic Garden took a bold step toward restoring the Midwest's seed supply. According to Grist and WBEZ, that year the 385-acre garden helped launch the Midwest Native Seed Network, a coalition of organizations and individuals working to safeguard local seeds. Today, the group includes around 300 restoration ecologists, land managers, and seed growers.  Na…