Seed Saving Workshop

1413 N Highway 33,Driggs ID 83422

04 October, 2022

Description

Seed saving is an ancient tradition going back nearly 12,000 years, which has transformed the human race and is a fundamental part of our story as a species. But it isn't difficult! Extension Educator Jennifer Werlin and Horticulture/Small Farms Assistant Amelia Lohrenz will host a lightning-round hands-on workshop coving the basics of saving seeds: Selection/GeneticsBiology/StructureHarvest/Cleaning/StorageWild SeedHistory/Industry/PatentsPollination/BreedingSpirit of SeedsThe workshop will take place on Tuesday, October 4th from 9am-12pm at the new Teton Valley Community Garden. The garden is located just to the north of the fairgrounds building. All are welcome. Participants may have the opportunity to take home some of the seeds processed during the workshop. Class fees are subsidized by USDA-NIFA Grant 2019-49400-30034; donations welcome ($10 suggested from public; free for Idaho Master Gardeners and Teton Valley Community Garden plot members). Please leave pets at home. Please register no later than October 2nd. The University of Idaho is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and educational organization. We offer our programs to persons regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, sexual orientations or disability. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information or reasonable accommodations need to contact Tammy Sachse ([email protected] or 208-354-2961) two weeks prior to the event.​