Manoomin Wild Rice Harvest Concludes Near Lower Rice Lake
1 report, 1 independent
Updated Oct 7
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What happened
The Manoomin wild rice harvest concluded near Lower Rice Lake. The White Earth tribal government purchased approximately 300,000 pounds of wild rice from tribal members, resulting in about 130,000 pounds finished. Conflict occurred between Anishinaabe and Dakota people during the harvest to protect the crop.
From echopress.com
Why it matters
The Manoomin plant is unique to this region and is considered vital for food security. The harvest supports the Anishinaabe economy, providing income for people to cover expenses like propane bills for the winter.
From echopress.com
Who's involved
- DakotaDakota people fought to protect the Manoomin rice harvest.
- Lower Rice LakeLocation where the Manoomin harvest took place.
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