Rooting for Tubers: A festival to celebrate diversity beneath the soil

Community & Culture By Deeksha Devadiga Dec 02, 2024 Read the article

Tubers have long been a staple in the diets of many communities in India, particularly in the South.

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To celebrate the rich diversity of tubers, Spudnik Farms hosted the third annual Rooting for Tubers festival at St. John’s Auditorium in Bengaluru on 1 December 2024.

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The day-long event celebrated the rich diversity of tuber crops, their role in sustainable food systems, and the communities that cultivate them.

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Food lovers savoured a variety of tuber-based dishes prepared by celebrated chefs as well as traditional recipes from indigenous communities such as the Solega, Tagin, and Garo tribes.

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The Solega community from BR Hills presented Songs from the Soil, a performance of traditional harvest songs.

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The Rooting for Tubers festival highlighted the untapped potential of tubers as future foods that can support climate resilience and sustainable livelihoods.

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With plans to expand the festival’s reach and collaborations, Spudnik Farms continues its mission to promote biodiversity and equitable food systems.

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