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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or ecosystem. It is necessary for life to thrive on Earth.

Aldo Leopold, one of the great thinkers of conservation, observed more than half a century ago the importance of protecting species. "To keep every cog and wheel is the first precaution of intelligent tinkering," he wrote. Losing species is like throwing away one by one the engine parts of an airplane while flying.

Biodiversity is a major initiative of Conservation International.

Biodiversity conservation provides substantial benefits to meet immediate human needs, such as those for clean, consistent water flows; protection from floods and storms; and a stable climate. 

Curated by mokiethecat

April 29, 2022

Our webinar series examines the colonial legacies of introducing cows to the Americas, which profoundly altered human-land relationships. Cattle grazing fueled colonial projects and capitalist economies, leading to the loss of Native lives, livelihoods, and culture.

This panel will discuss these historical impacts and explore pathways forward, including regenerative practices, food justice, land equity, and restoring traditional knowledge for healthy communities and living landscapes. Experts like Dr. Linda Alvarez, Dr. Liz Carlisle (author of *Healing Grounds*), and Dr. Rosa Ficek (whose article inspired this panel) will lead the conversation.

For past webinars, visit [takeextinctionoffyourplate.com/webinars-%26-other-media](https://takeextinctionoffyourplate.com/webinars-%26-other-media). Check out our new website at [grazingfacts.com](https://grazingfacts.com/) and find Jennifer Molidor on Twitter: @JenniferMolidor.


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