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June 18, 2024 61 mins

Sigmundur Geir Sigmundsson, known as Simbí, grew up on a Westfjords dairy farm before attending agriculture school and traveling North America with the Snorri West program.

Join us for a conversation near his home in Búðardalur, where we delve into the changing landscape of Icelandic family farms and the resilience of rural communities.

We explore the challenges and possibilities of sustainable practices, pondering the future of Icelandic agriculture.

 

Discover innovative greenhouses, thriving fish farms, and traditional sheep farming that make Iceland unique.

We discuss future food production, the impact of imports and exports, and even the ongoing debate on building more road tunnels.

From the beauty of the Westfjords to the intrigue of the recent presidential election (including Banana Bread with cheese!), this episode is a captivating journey through history.

Enjoy this modern saga of a young Icelander's views on the world and his country.

We conclude the podcast with Simbí reciting some Icelandic poetry.

 

Stay tuned for more Icelandic adventures with us here at Icelandic Roots! 

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