Reclaiming Land by Growing Native Foods

This article highlights Sovereignty Farm’s efforts to restore Native food sovereignty and reconnect urban Indigenous communities with traditional plants and ecological practices. Victoria Plumage, an Indigenous farmer, emphasizes the importance of observing and respecting the land before cultivation, teaching apprentices to care for native plants central to food, medicine, and cultural traditions. The article explores historical disruptions to Indigenous land management and the ongoing challenges of preserving traditional ecological knowledge amid urbanization and displacement. By fostering access to native plants and revitalizing traditional practices, Sovereignty Farm provides a path for healing and reconnecting with cultural and ancestral roots.