Seed sovereignty helps communities understand and protect the systems that sustain the food they rely on. While conversations around sustainability are growing in Malaysia, issues surrounding seed ownership and farmers’ rights are still often underexplored, and many communities face challenges in preserving traditional practices in the face of modern agricultural systems.

One powerful perspective comes from Izzeady Amir’s session, 'A Perspective on Seed Sovereignty,' which centres on a simple but critical idea: farmers have the right to save and use their seeds for future use.

The session explored how seed sovereignty goes beyond agriculture, connecting to questions of food security, cultural knowledge, and environmental sustainability.

Through grounded discussion and shared insights, Izzeady Amir highlighted:

- The importance of protecting farmers’ rights to save and share seeds
- The role of traditional knowledge in sustaining local food systems
- How seed-saving practices contribute to biodiversity and long-term resilience

The conversation showed how reclaiming control over seeds can strengthen both communities and ecosystems.

To learn more:
- Inisiatif Rizab Benih Komuniti - IRBK
- Diribumi Ecological Services
- Petition to Stop Malaysia's Entry into UPOV
- Izzeady Amir