Ladakh Seeds Blast Off to ISS: Space Food of the Future?
Ladakh’s hardy seabuckthorn and buckwheat seeds are now orbiting Earth aboard the International Space Station (ISS). This ambitious experiment, part of a larger international study involving 11 nations, is being conducted by Protoplanet.
The focus is on observing the seeds’ response to microgravity. Scientists hope to determine if these high-altitude crops can thrive in space and potentially become a sustainable food source for future space missions.
This groundbreaking research could pave the way for self-sustaining food production in space, significantly reducing reliance on Earth-based supplies for long-duration space travel. The success of Ladakh’s unique seeds could also boost the region’s economy and highlight its agricultural potential on a global stage. The results of this experiment are eagerly awaited, not only by scientists but also by the farming communities of Ladakh.
