[…] more about organic plant breeding, OSA has a number of resources for burgeoning plant breeders: – The first step in organic plant breeding is conducting variety trials. Download our variety trial guide at: http://www.seedalliance.org/Publications/ – Our website has a list of publications on organic and participatory plant breeding: http://www.seedalliance.org/OgPPB_PubsReports/ – We regularly teach a […]
From the Field: Carrot, Spinach, and Onion Seed
[…] Producers. Our onion variety trial. These onions are showing good resistance to Downy Mildew. Copyright OSA. Onion trial showing some damage from Downy Mildew. Copyright OSA. Download the publication Download the publication Download the publication We're noticing some differences in plant health and suspect we’re seeing varying levels of resistance to Xanthomonas (a […]
Frequently Asked Questions
OSA advances ethical seed solutions to meet food and farming needs in a changing world. We believe seed is both our common cultural heritage and a living natural resource fundamental to the future sustainability of food production. Proper stewardship of our genetic resources necessitates not only its conservation, but careful management in a manner that […]
I knew bird brain was a compliment
Purple barley is a favorite of mine. Grow it in my garden – it has wonderful flavor as well as great beauty, and I guessed it might be good for me. Now THE ECONOMIST, of all places, reports on research into birds’ abilities to visually identify antioxidants in fruit. But it’s more than color identification, […]
Federal Court Orders Destruction of GE Sugar Beet Crop
Organic Seed Alliance enjoyed a big victory in August when Jeffrey White, federal district judge for the Northern District of California, vacated USDA’s approval of Roundup Ready (RR) sugar beets pending a full Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). Meaning, RR sugar beets are again a regulated crop and illegal to plant commercially. Yet, within weeks of […]
Acres USA: Seeds of Sustainability
[…] store. Once a farmer allows nature to act upon his crops in countless, unknowable ways, by saving the resulting seeds he begins to harness the power of nature’s elegant built-in genetic feedback system. Even modern plant breeders acknowledge the advanced ability of nature to create and refine plant varieties.” Download the article (opens PDF) Jan11_Seeds_McDormanThomas
Seed Digest (December 24, 2010 – January 7, 2011)
[…] of nature’s elegant built-in genetic feedback system. Even modern plant breeders acknowledge the advanced ability of nature to create and refine plant varieties.” Download the article (opens PDF) 2010 Organic Seed Production Guides OSA published four in-depth seed growing guides this year with support from the Organic Farming Research Foundation. They are available as […]
NOSB Meeting in Seattle April 26 – 29
[…] the Secretary on other aspects of the implementation of OFPA. Their recommendations matter! And so do yours, which is why you should note the public comment portions of the meeting agenda (opens PDF). For talking points on the issues included in this agenda, read the National Organic Coalition’s comments (opens PDF). More details here. NOP_logo
Seed Digest (April 2 – 15, 2011)
[…] The National Organic Standards Board’s (NOSB) recommendations matter! And so do yours, which is why you should note the public comment portions of the meeting agenda (opens PDF). For talking points on the issues included in this agenda, read the National Organic Coalition’s comments (opens PDF). Cornell Breeders, Farmers Bring Resistant Varieties to Market […]
Registration Now Open! Organic Seed Growers Conference
[…] the Northwest’s best. A pre-conference tour, co-sponsored by Southern Exposure Seed Exchange, showcases regional organic seed businesses and projects. Find more on lodging, travel tips, and other conference details by visiting the conference homepage. Download the 2012 workshop descriptions (opens PDF) Register for the conference and pre-conference tour Register for a trade show booth Logo_OSGC_FINAL_Color
Register Today! 6th Organic Seed Growers Conference
[…] university sector; organic seed production, marketing, and economics; policy and strategy regarding timely organic seed issues; among a host of other topics. Download the full agenda (opens PDF). Entertainment, Food and Networking The conference features delicious organic food featuring the Northwest’s best, entertainment from local musicians, a community seed swap, trade show, and other […]
Still Time to Register! Organic Seed Growers Conference
[…] university sector; organic seed production, marketing, and economics; policy and strategy regarding timely organic seed issues; among a host of other topics. Download the full agenda (opens PDF). Entertainment, Food and Networking: The conference features delicious organic food featuring the Northwest’s best, entertainment from local musicians, a community seed swap, trade show, and other […]