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Resources · August 17, 2023

Navigating Intellectual Property Rights Used on Seed

In the U.S., navigating intellectual property rights that are commonly used on seed can be confusing and complicated. Over the years OSA has …

This week USDA announced the launch of its Seed Liaison Initiative to help growers, plant breeders, and others who work with seed navigate …

Seed Policy · July 20, 2023

Last week, Organic Seed Alliance's Outreach Director Cathleen McCluskey traveled to Washington, DC, to participate in meetings at the White …

Seed Stories · June 21, 2023

This spring has brought with it new projects in the field and changes to our OSA team. We're excited to welcome two new teammates and bid …

We'll gather again in winter 2025 The Organic Seed Growers Conference is a biennial gathering by and for agroecological seed communities …

Field Notes · June 19, 2023

Access to a consistent seed supply of varieties adapted to organic and low-input production is important for success of organic and …

Field Notes · June 19, 2023

Organic Seed Alliance's California-based field research season is underway with our participatory quinoa breeding project. We're continuing …

With thanks to our supporters, funders and program partners, we invite you to read OSA’s 2022 annual report (opens to PDF). OSA’s …

Resources · June 19, 2023

We're sharing these easy steps below for folks just starting out in their plant breeding journey. These tips will help you take a more …

Seed Policy · June 7, 2023

Make your voice heard by this Friday, June 9th The House Agriculture Committee is asking for public feedback about the 2023 Farm Bill …

Field Notes · June 1, 2023

UPDATE JUNE 20, 2023 – Due to a large number of responses to participate in this trial, we are no longer accepting sign-ups. If you signed …

Seed Stories · June 1, 2023

Florecita del Zacate tan humilde y poderosa – Silvia Mamacoalt artist and healer in San Francisco, CA. Rest in Peace. It was early spring …