Name: The Exeter Broad Bean 'Flock' Meet up :-)
Start: 2025-01-19T14:00:00+00:00
End: 2025-01-19T15:15:00+00:00
Location: Exeter Library

Find out about our new community project to grow a genetically diverse broad bean crop adapted to our local soil and climate.
About this Event

The Exeter Broad Bean 'Flock' Meet up :-)

Calling all community and solo growers who love the Broad Bean!

Find out about Exeter Seed Bank's new project using adaptive agriculture techniques to cultivate a broad bean 'flock'. This involves planting a genetically diverse mix of broad bean varieties together in which to accelerate adaptation to changing climate conditions. It diverges from the traditional method of growing a single crop variety in isolation.

Hear from local market gardener, Dan Fox of , as he shares insights from his broad bean flock trials. Bring along your favorite recipes and stories about this nutritious, sustainable vegetable that thrives during the "hungry gap."

Whether you’re a seasoned green thumb or a first-time grower, let’s grow something beautiful—together! If you have broad beans to share for the mix, bring them along.

The flock crops will be planted in Feburary 2025.

Light refreshments provided.