[…] breeding methods were claimed as “public domain” for the advancement of colonial science, reflecting the dominant global intellectual property structure in which people of color produce raw materials and white researchers “refine” it for sale.25 Since 1898, the US has acquired over 600,000 different plant accessions from seed growers all over the world, representing […]
Climatic Considerations and Risks for Seed Production in the Midwest
[…] through an entire winter season (biennial) to fulfill vernalization requirements. It is critical to understand the vernalization requirements of a chosen seed crop in order to achieve reliable and quality seed production. For seed crops that can be grown from seed to seed in a single season (spring sowing and fall harvesting) and that […]
USDA: GE Wheat
[…] APHIS-2015-0070 Organic Seed Alliance (OSA) respectfully submits these comments in response to the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service’s (APHIS) proposal regarding “Changes to Requirements for Field Testing Regulated Genetically Engineered Wheat.” We welcome the agency’s proposal to increase oversight of genetically engineered (GE) wheat, and encourage swift action on developing strong permit conditions […]
California Dry Farm Trial Report 2022
[…] flavor and vigor. The plant tends to be resistant to powdery mildew if kept picked. At 35 days to maturity, Carol claims it is “possibly the fas test germinating and growing and most productive summer squash on the planet.” It is an Open Source Seed Initiative pledged variety. Costata Romanesco is a classic striped […]
Results: California Cabbage Organic Variety Trial, 2015
This report includes results from a trial conducted in California in 2015 to evaluate the performance of several of the best open-pollinated (OP), public domain cabbage varieties available along with a few leading commercial hybrids.
Northern Sweet Pepper Trial Report 2019-2021
[…] Reported earliness Reported good flavor Nine out of the ten trial varieties were open-pollinated. One hybrid, ‘Ace,’ was included as a check variety, since it is a reliable variety commonly chosen by growers in this region. One additional variety, ‘Doe Hill,’ was planted as a border at the edges of the trial plots. These […]
Seed Cleaning Toolkit
[…] place another tarp on top of the seed. Now drive back and forth and side to side over the tarp. To avoid cracking seed, make sure to test a small batch first to ensure you’re not applying too much pressure and damaging seed. This technique works best if done on soft ground. Threshing Machines […]
Purple Sprouting Broccoli: A Guide to Growing for Fresh Market and Seed in the Pacific Northwest
[…] months. The earliest maturing varieties generally have harvestable sprouts in late February or early March, the mid-maturity varieties come on two to three weeks later, and the latest maturing varieties follow after another two to three weeks. Two harvests are common and reliable for all varieties in all three maturity categories. Additional harvests are […]
Want to Learn the Latest in Organic Farming Research?
[…] 25th and 26th in La Crosse, Wisconsin (immediately before the MOSES Organic Farming Conference). More than 40 presenters from across the U.S. and abroad will share the latest developments in organic farming research, including new crop varieties developed for organic farms, innovations in biological pest management, recent economic data, and advancements in organic livestock […]
Winter Hardy Crops Put to Test, NOVIC Update, and More
[…] low temperatures near 14 degrees Fahrenheit very early (before Thanksgiving) and very late (late February) for the Puget Sound, which put our winter hardy crops to the test! (Remember, these trials are done without plastic.) The great news is that we confirmed the toughness of a couple of our favorite green chards, which include […]
Seed Cleaning Equipment
[…] Farm-Scale Food Dehydrator Ideal for larger seeds like pumpkin, squash, beans. Avoid delicate and high-fat seeds such as flax seeds. Dries 5-25 lbs link to design Moisture Tester Quickly test how much moisture is in a seed Designed to use with 250 types of grain Tests a small sample quantity $200-$2500 Link one, link […]
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