ABSTRACT
The Red de Semillas develops various research projects at the local and national levels. One area is the recovery of traditional farmers' knowledge about the management of local varieties. In Andalusia, a group of seven farmer-researchers, with technical support from the local seed network, is carrying out research on variety descriptions, on-farm testing and evaluation of the crops in terms of yield and resistance to diseases and pests under organic conditions. Through participatory action research they have prepared protocols for the description of 15 vegetable species, discussed the most important elements to take into account in the research and the most appropriate vocabulary to use and interacted with consumers to find out what information is important to them. At the cultivated biodiversity fair, local varieties are displayed, debates and conferences are held and contacts are established among farmers, researchers, consumers and local residents.
