What We Do

Preserve genetic diversity

1. • Many traditional vegetable, fruit, grain, and flower varieties are no longer widely sold by commercial seed companies.

   • Saving seeds helps prevent these varieties from disappearing.

Share seeds

1. • Members often exchange seeds with one another, giving people access to unique varieties that may not be available in stores.

Maintain locally adapted plants

1. • Plants grown and saved in a particular region can gradually adapt to local climate, soil, pests, and growing conditions.

Educate and build skills

1. • Clubs teach members how to properly save, store, and breed seeds.

   • They may hold workshops on pollination, seed cleaning, plant genetics, and gardening.

Reduce dependence on commercial seed sources

1. • Gardeners can become more self-sufficient by producing their own seed supply.

Protect agricultural heritage

1. • Many seed-saving organizations aim to preserve culturally important crops that have been passed down through families and communities.