Urban Milpa Class: Harvesting Seeds | Free with RSVP

Name: Urban Milpa Class: Harvesting Seeds | Free with RSVP
Start: 2025-10-18T13:00:00-07:00
End: 2025-10-18T15:00:00-07:00
Location: 501 N Main St., Los Angeles, CA, United States, California 90012

Schedule

Sat Oct 18 2025 at 01:00 pm to 03:00 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

501 N Main St., Los Angeles, CA, United States, California 90012 | Los Angeles, CA

In this class, we will explore the critical practice of seed saving, particularly in the context of climate change and its implications for food sovereignty. Participants will learn about the genetic variability inherent in seeds, understanding how each one possesses unique traits that enhance biodiversity. We will cover essential techniques for storing seeds effectively, focusing on optimal temperature and humidity conditions, along with best practices for labeling to facilitate easy identification and preservation. By the end of our session, participants will have a newfound appreciation for seed saving—not only as a valuable skill for their gardening projects but also as a crucial strategy for sustaining our agricultural systems and ensuring a resilient future of the Urban Milpa. Special guest, Marlene Aguilar of Irekuarhikua.

Marlene Aguilar
A Xicana and of P’urhepecha descent, born and raised in Tongva territory (in what is now known as East Los Angeles, CA) with roots in the inter-mountain valley region of Michoacán, Mexico. As a community-based cocinera, she draws inspiration from her campesin@ family but has also been shaped by her work in different food equity programs, specifically CSAs (community supported agriculture). She is founder of the food project, IREKUARHIKUA, which aims to offer seasonally inspired affordable plant-based meals while highlighting the resilience of indigenous foods. Her project is currently offering a meal prep service like comida corrida from fondas or cocinas económicas found throughout Mexico.