Highlighting Atlanta Black agrarians in the documentary series 'Seeds of Resilience'

Yolanda Owens is the owner of iwi fresh Farm-to-Skin Spa in Atlanta. (Courtesy of Food Well Alliance/Seeds of Resilience)

Zimbabwean-born author Matshona Dhliwayo once said, “Truth is like a seed. No matter how deep you bury it, it will rise.” This sentiment is at the heart of the documentary series “Seeds of Resilience.” The short film series highlights the experiences of Black agrarians in Atlanta. WABE and Food Well Alliance will present the premiere screening of season two at the Fulton County Central Library on Wednesday, May 18. WABE is also co-hosting the Soil Festival, which opens May 7. “Seeds of Resilience” filmmaker Tabia Lisenbee-Parker joined “City Lights” host Lois Reitzes via Zoom to talk about the new series. 

Interview highlights follow below.