Glomalin is an occasional publication combining text, art, ideas and actions from the realms of collaboration, mutual aid and new/old ways of doing things. The publication takes its cue from the premise that another world is possible, recognising that working and interacting cooperatively for the mutual advantage of all is essential for the healthy functioning of both ecosystems and societies, and can have benefits far beyond the sum of the individual parts of such a system. The theme of this first issue is ‘Patchwork Orchard’, a community growing project we will be developing in Southend on Sea during the coming year.Glomalin is named after a glycoprotein produced by the synergistic nutrient transactions occurring between plant roots and certain mycorrhizal fungi, and was first identified in 1996 by soil scientist Sara Wright. This is a sticky substance that glues soil particles together to give it structure, supports soil life whilst in addition greatly increases the capacity of the soil to store carbon from the atmosphere.
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