Imperfect Foods
Imperfect Foods
Farming as Healing with Amber Tamm
Farming as Healing with Amber Tamm
Farming as Healing with Amber Tamm
Monday 19th October 2020
Amber Tamm shares her journey of healing through farming and discusses racism, sustainability, and food justice on 'Unwasted: The Podcast'.
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Get the buttons here!Amber Tamm: Healing Through Farming and Fighting for Food Justice
When we say decolonize the food system, that's what we're really pointing to is we have to get rid of the plantation system, which is still very much alive, and, as you probably know, this is very much so alive with migrant workers, where you have driscoll who's paying their workers maybe a day.
Can farming be a path to healing from deep personal trauma? Amber Tamm's life story suggests it can. After enduring the unimaginable pain of her father murdering her mother while she was in school, Amber found solace and purpose in the soil. Now a floral designer, horticulturist, and farmer in New York City, she’s dedicated to cultivating a better food system, one plant at a time.
In this episode of 'Unwasted: The Podcast', Amber shares her journey from heartbreak to healing through farming. She dives into why unsustainable farming practices still persist and how they impact our environment and economy. Amber also sheds light on the often-overlooked stories of Black farmers in America and the racism and sexual assault prevalent in agriculture. Her insights reveal the urgent need for change in our food system, emphasizing food sovereignty and equitable land ownership.
Amber's conversation is not just about farming; it's about reclaiming power, fostering community, and building a sustainable future. If you're curious about how agriculture intersects with race, history, and healing, this episode is a must-listen.