Cherokee Nation Is First U.S. Tribe To Store Seeds In 'Doomsday' Vault

The Cherokee Nation is preserving its crop genetics by depositing seeds in the Svalbard Global Seed Vault in Norway. This marks the first deposit by a US tribe. The vault, located in a mountain on the Norwegian island of Svalbard, stores seeds at -18°C to protect them from disasters. The vault has been used once, during the Syrian civil war, to restore gene banks. The Cherokee Nation's deposit includes corn, beans, and squash, known as the 'three sisters,' and encourages other tribes to store seeds for future benefit.

What significant step has the Cherokee Nation taken to preserve its agricultural history?

• They have partnered with European farmers.

• They have created a new type of crop.

• They have deposited seeds in the Svalbard Global Seed Vault.

• They have started a new farming initiative.

Where is the Svalbard Global Seed Vault located?

• In the United States

• In Canada

• In Norway

• In Greenland

What is the primary purpose of the Svalbard Global Seed Vault?

• To sell seeds to farmers

• To create new crop varieties

• To store seeds for future use in case of disasters

• To provide seeds for immediate agricultural use

What combination of seeds did the Cherokee Nation deposit in the vault?

• Wheat, rice, and barley

• Corn, beans, and squash

• Lentils, chickpeas, and peas

• Tomatoes, potatoes, and carrots

Why is the Cherokee Nation encouraging other tribes to store seeds in the vault?

• To increase their agricultural exports

• To ensure the survival of native seeds for future generations

• To compete with European seed banks

• To reduce the cost of seed storage