Honoring Seeds, Culture, and Ecosystem Wellbeing

At Inside The Husk, we recognize the profound connection between seed pathways and human well-being. Through the restoration of heirloom seed varieties and the expansion of our understanding of "wild plant species "within their ecological & cultural contexts—focusing on higher taxonomic classes—they can be preserved these landscapes within our communities as foundational elements—we work to uphold and revitalize the vegetative heritage that sustains us. Guided by respect for Indigenous cultural protocols and cultural humility, our role as seed keepers extends into a broader conservation network. This community-led restoration process has catalyzed a social shift, encouraging reciprocal relationships and fostering better health. We support communities in nourishing their seed traditions, ensuring the continued resilience and vitality of the landscapes and lives that depend on them.

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Mimi  Lucero (Kichwa) & Chuli Mesh (Yucatec Maya) are ethnobotanical researchers and and co-founders of Inside The Husk,  ethnobotanical researchers and co-founders of Inside The Husk, an Indigenous-led initiative dedicated to the preservation of seeds as vital cultural and ecological artifacts. Focused on the revitalization of ancestral foodways and the health of ecosystems, their work bridges tradition and innovation. Residing in North and Central America, they engage in active research across diverse communities, fostering a deeper understanding of the intricate relationship between cultural heritage and environmental stewardship.