Seed Collecting Resources

Emerging Farmer Resources

• EFC Conference Catalog – A collection of resources and presentations from the EFC Conference on ecological food systems.

• Blossom Bag Instructions – Step-by-step guide for making and using blossom bags to protect seeds and flowers.

• Lettuce Bag Instructions – Instructions for using lettuce bags to support seed saving and proper plant growth

• Seed Space Vocab List – A glossary of important terms related to seeds, gardening, and plant growth.

• Midwest Farmers of Color Seed Story Zine – A collection of stories highlighting the seed-saving traditions of BIPOC farmers in the Midwest.

• Growing Guides – Practical guides on cultivating various plants, with a focus on sustainability and local adaptation.

• Vegetable Garden Seed Storage and Germination Requirements – Detailed chart outlining the best conditions for storing and germinating vegetable seeds.

• Seed Viability Chart – A reference guide to determine the lifespan and germination rates of different seeds.

• Growing Staple Vegetables from Around the World in MN – A guide to successfully cultivating culturally significant crops in Minnesota's climate.

• Easy Germination Test – A simple method to check seed viability before planting.

• Cover Crop Seed Info – Information on selecting and using cover crops to improve soil health and garden productivity.

Additional Information Resources

• Heirloom Garden Oral History Project – A storytelling project preserving the histories of heirloom seed growers.

• Winter Sowing Doc – A guide to starting seeds outdoors during winter using simple containers and natural conditions.

• Truelove Seed Podcast – A podcast exploring seed sovereignty, cultural heritage, and regenerative agriculture.

• Truelove Seed – A seed company focused on culturally significant and heirloom seeds grown by small farmers.

• Ujamaa Seeds – A Black and Indigenous-led seed cooperative offering heirloom and culturally significant seeds.

• Ujamaa Brochure – An overview of Ujamaa Seeds' mission and available seed varieties.

• Indigenous Seed Library – A resource supporting Indigenous communities in preserving and sharing traditional seeds.

• Seed Stories YouTube Playlist – A curated collection of videos on seed saving, gardening, and food sovereignty.

• Growing Staple Vegetables from Around the World in Minnesota – A practical guide to cultivating global staple crops in Minnesota’s

• Seed Collecting Tips – Best practices for harvesting, cleaning, and storing seeds for future planting.climate.