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maltatoday, SUNDAY, 8 OCTOBER 2017 39 This Week Most of our plants flower in spring, but there are those that prefer winter, others autumn, and a few go for summer. The Golden Samphire (M: Xorbett) is in the autumn team, and shrubs of it are already coming out nicely in yellow. It is a coastal species, braving sea spray, constant exposure and a barrage of other punishment that would defeat a lesser plant. But the trick that helps this rugged perennial survive the odds is its succulent leaves. Now in botany, succulent does not mean nice and juicy to eat, but rather means a thick fleshy part of the plant (usually the leaf) that stores water. This store is vital in a habitat where conditions get very dry, and the nearest water source is usually salty. But a few good showers of rain will recharge the Golden Samphire's reservoirs that would see it through the summer drought. And come October, it explodes in gorgeous masses of flowers that many insects, epecially bees and butterflies, find irresistible. Visit Friends of the Earth's website for more information about our work, as well as for information about how to join us. You can also support us by sending us a donation - www.foemalta.org/donate Text and photo Victor Falzon 578. GOLDEN SAMPHIRE GREEN IDEA OF THE WEEK 481: FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR BEE WORK - HTTPS://FOEMALTA.ORG/BEECAUSE/ Next week we will be launching the Agro Katina report in which we present the results of our research into the local vegetable and fruit supply chain, seasonal produce, and the importance of agriculture in Malta. During these events we will also be launching the Agro Katina pocket guide, a colourful booklet that provides information on when local fruits and vegetables are in season, in a handy format that fits in your wallet or shopping bag. Friends of the Earth Malta strongly believes in shorter supply chains, as these have a positive impact on local farmers, strengthen local economies and small business, and bring the public closer to their food sources. To get a better insight in the local fruit and vegetable supply chain, we have spoken with different stakeholders through interviews and focus groups, and have conducted a survey with the general public, to understand their shopping habits and food preferences. AgroKatina Seasonal & Ethical Shopping Made Easy Acclaimed comedian Russell Kane heads to Malta Multi-talented UK comedian Russell Kane will be performing at Eden Cinemas on October 20 "ARE you 16-years-old, yet feel 21? Are you 40, but tragically fak- ing 25? Or maybe you're full-on 80 years, with the heart of three oxen and the sex drive of a bon- obo chimp. Don't worry: this is normal. No one is ever the 'right' age - it's is the beauty and the curse of being a real person," so says the award-winning comedi- an Russell Kane, who'll be visiting our shores very soon. Kane is bringing his brand new stand-up comedy show to Eden Cinemas' stage on October 20 at 20:30. He will unleash a blis- teringly-funny, award-winning stand-up performance about growing up and growing down. A comedian, presenter, actor, author and scriptwriter, Kane is best known as the host of three series of BBC3's Live At The Electric, regular appearances on BBC1's Live At Apollo, BBC3's Unzipped, ITV2's Celebrity Juice and I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here! Now! Most recently, Russell travelled the world with YouTube stars filming the new survival programme, Stupid Man, Smart Phone, which is available on BBC iPlayer. Kane was nominated four times for prestigious Edinburgh Com- edy Awards before winning Best Show in 2010. He then went onto make history as the first comedian to win both the Edinburgh Award and Melbourne Comedy Festi- val's Barry Award in one year. His second DVD, Russell Kane Live, was recorded in the West End at the Vaudeville Theatre and re- leased by Universal Pictures in 2015. Famed for his critically ac- claimed tours Russell has been performing sell-out shows across the globe and now he is back with this brand new show. Russell Kane will perform live at Eden Cinemas, St Julian's on Oc- tober 20. The show has been rated 16+. Tickets start from €25. Book- ings: www.edencinemas.com.mt Russell Kane