Dyfi Valley Bean Population
The Dyfi Valley Bean Population is a modern landrace at the beginning stages of the breeding process. It contains a wide genetic mixture of fava beans (Vicia faba) that are cross pollinating and evolving in the fields of the Dyfi Valley. These will be both naturally-selected and famer-selected to grow well in the particular and changing conditions within the dyfi valley. With a broad enough genetic base, the population should be more resilient to extreme climates and pests and diseases, without the need for chemical inputs.
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about.
Matilda Gomersall- Hadau a Phridd
I produce seed for Wales Seed Hub and grow and sell vegetables locally in the Dyfi Valley. I am currently working on breeding two bean 'adaptivars' for the local area.
In my weekdays I work as project manager for the Perennial Green Manures Project, Ecodyfi and help another local grower.
Currently studying for an MSc in Sustainable Food and Natural Resources at Centre for Alternative Technology.
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If you are interested in the project get in touch on:
matildacaitgomersall@gmail.com
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Instagram: @matildagomersall
