Kristyn Leach

Kristyn Leach is a farmer, dedicated seed saver and Korean-American adoptee based in Sebastopol, Calif. In addition to her work at Namu Farm and nonprofit stewardship of Second Generation Seeds, Kristyn built a nationwide network of growers preserving biodiversity in seeds, as well as the cultural heritage and stories captured in plants such as perilla, chili peppers, beans, melons, gourds and more. 

Kristyn is building an ecosystem that is culturally, regionally and ethnically diverse, because it mirrors the biodiversity necessary for all natural systems to thrive. Kristyn’s work is both deeply rooted in her ancestry and forward looking across the country to create a culturally diverse and climate-resilient food future. Her collaborations include work with various chefs, restaurants and community organizations, as well as local aunties, elders and young people. At the core of this work is a belief that seeds can catalyze the meaningful relationships needed to repair and invigorate ecosystems.

For more information on work, please visit www.secondgenerationseeds.com.