Seeds have a shelf life just like anything else. This photo guide shows farmers how to test old seeds before the growing season. Each step is shown with a photo or image to describe the part of the

Saving seeds helps farmers save money. Flower seeds are especially easy to save. Zinnias make a good cut flower that you can sell at markets. They bloom for a long time and attract pollinators to y

Saving seeds helps farmers save money. Growers can add another marketable product, by saving seeds. Carrots are a seed that growers tend to use a lot of, and are easy to save. Learn when seeds are

This one-page flyer uses photographs to show the step-by-step process to save the seeds from the “African Garden Egg” eggplant. This process is similar for all types of eggplant. Print

Start seeds in a greenhouse to:
Save money. Seeds cost less than plants. Grow special varieties that are only available as seeds. Or use seeds you saved. Extend the growing season. Time your

Growers will learn how and when to start planting swiss chard seeds in trays inside a greenhouse.

A seedling heat mat is a waterproof plastic mat. It heats your soil by about 10-20°F or 6-11°C warmer than the air temperature. It keeps the soil at a constant temperature and helps the seeds g

You can use slot trays to start lots of seeds in a small space. Do this when space is limited, seed is old, germination rate is low, or seed is too small to handle.

A walk-behind seeder is easy to use and to maintain. You save time seeding compared to planting by hand, and get more consistent spacing.

Learn how to plant seeds with a walk-behind seeder.