Pātaka Kai, Growing kai sovereignty by authors Jo Smith and Jessica Hutchings. Photo: Supplied
In just a few generations, many New Zealanders have become disconnected from growing kai in their backyards, these days being completely reliant on big corporations who control the flow of food. The good news is there are communities trying to change the narrative and the practice.
Jessica Hutchings and Jo Smith have co-authored a new book Pātaka Kai highlighting the work small scale indigenous food growers across New Zealand and the Pacific are doing to create a sustainable food ecosystem and take back control.
Mihi speaks with Jessica Hutchings.
