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Events · September 6, 2011

Organic Seed: Your Questions Answered

Why is there a limited supply of certified organic seed? Why is it important to have seed bred for organic agriculture? What’s a hybrid? These are just a few of the questions Organic Seed Alliance fields on a regular basis. For answers to these and other questions, click on the links after the jump. Or visit our recently created Frequently Asked Questions page.

  • What does OSA do? Why does OSA do it?
  • What makes a seed organic?
  • Why is there a limited supply of organic seed?
  • Why is it important to have organic seed bred for organic agriculture?
  • Does Organic Seed Alliance sell seed?
  • Where can I buy organic seed? Can you help me find organic seed?
  • What seed companies are owned by Monsanto?
  • What are GMOs/GE crops/biotech crops?
  • What crops are genetically modified (biotech, transgenic, genetically engineered)? Or how do I know if my seeds are genetically modified?
  • How does Organic Seed Alliance’s approach to plant breeding differ from conventional or biotech?
  • Why do we need to breed new varieties? Can’t we just use old heirlooms?
  • What’s a hybrid?
  • Do you have seed saving classes for gardeners?
  • I am a farmer concerned about GMO contamination in my seed supply. How do I protect myself?
  • I’m concerned about the increasing approvals of GE products by USDA. Can I still trust products labeled as “organic”?
  • I represent an organization that gives seed saving and/or production workshops; can I hand out OSA’s Seed Saving Guide for Gardeners and Farmers?
  • How do I get updates from OSA about your blog, newsletter, or events?
  • How can I get involved with OSA?
  • Does OSA need/accept donations? To what purpose would my donation be used?

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Kiki Hubbard

Kristina (Kiki) Hubbard is the director of advocacy and communications for Organic Seed Alliance. She currently leads efforts to promote policies and actions that support organic seed systems, including managing OSA’s State of Organic Seed project.

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