Seed libraries help communities increase access to locally adapted seeds, strengthen food resilience, and build connections through seed saving.

Topics include:

Why locally adapted seeds matter and how gardeners can plant with the intention of saving seed
How to increase locally grown seed in your seed library
Educational programming that builds community interest in seed saving
Partnerships that support seed libraries, including working with Master Gardeners and local educators
Helpful resources available from the Seed Library Network

This gathering is designed for librarians, Master Gardeners, educators, and community organizers who want to build stronger seed libraries and engage more people in growing and saving local seed.

We have 4 presenters each presenting for 20 minutes followed by a 10 minutes Q&A:

Julia Dakin - Co-Founder of Going to Seed; POSITION the Local Seed Coalition
Anita Thompson - Extension Agent for University of Arizona Cooperative Extension in Navajo and Apache Counties, Arizona, USA
Kay Everts - Founder and Manager of Seeds for Sharing,Clackamas County, Oregon USA
Rebecca Newburn - Founder, Seed Library Network; Co-Founder, Richmond Grows Seed Lending Library

We’ll conclude with 30 minutes of small-group breakout conversations where participants can discuss their specific situations and learn from one another. Breakout sessions will not be recorded to support open and relaxed discussion.

Sustaining a Seed Library

By Seed Library Network

Sustaining a Seed Library

Practical strategies for strengthening seed libraries