Rooted in salt, eyes on the future
For years overlooked, salicornia is now emerging as a valuable food source, an economic asset, and a powerful symbol of adaptation to extreme environments. Its presence signals a living ecosystem increasingly under threat. João, a salt worker from a long family tradition, mourns the ongoing loss of the habitats where the salicornia thrives. With its recognized health benefits and growing gastronomic use, the question remains: can this “sea asparagus” become a convincing case for preserving these fragile ecosystems while also offering sustainable economic value to the region?
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