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Resources · August 21, 2023

Organic Seed Producers Directory: Start seed contract planning now

It's not too early to begin planning for 2023/2024 seed contract season. OSA created the Organic Seed Producers Directory to help connect …

Events, Seed Policy · August 18, 2023

The National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) hosts public forums twice a year to discuss issues related to the National Organic Program and …

Resources · August 17, 2023

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 …