Episode 1 Show Notes - Milpa, the environment, and the government

 

Milpa farming usage of slash and burn has came under fire in the last month as it is believed to contribute to recent environmental hazards. This led to the issuing of Statutory Instrument number 59 of 2020 by the Government of Belize which prohibits Milpa and bans burning fields and vegetation altogether. In our premier episode, Milpa, the environment and the government, The Grey Spaces Podcast goes beyond and tells the story from all angles. 

In this episode we seek to answer important questions such as: what is Milpa's place in our society, how do we avoid future environmental hazards and what is the role of the government in legislating the livelihoods of Milpa farmers.