As posted previously, Kent Whealy was fired from Seed Savers Exchange. The Seed Savers Exchange responds to his claims. While the board responds directly to some of Kent’s claims, some more obvious points seem to have been omitted. Some of the most concerning of those points were:
- Other staff members being released
- Denied access to his research. It was through his generosity that Seed Savers became the benefactor of those riches. To deny him access to his own life’s work seems unconscionable.
- No comments on the substantial influx of cash
As a member of Seed Savers I sincerely hope that the air clears over the coming months with more forthright information. I do understand the desire to abstain from commenting on some of the details of the departure. Unfortunately, this all too often, provides a veil, for corporations to disclose far too little information. I do appreciate the letter from the board but it seems to fall short on offering a substantial explanation.
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