Backyard Seed Banks

Audio Report on Sep 20, 2010 by Lauren Sommer from QUEST Northern California
Topics: Environment, Radio

Fall is harvest time in Northern California. But there's one thing most backyard gardeners don't harvest: seeds. Seed saving is a technique that has fallen by the wayside in modern agriculture. The idea is to preserve biodiversity and develop plants that are suited for the Bay Area's micro-climates. As Lauren Sommer reports, a handful of people are starting their own seed-saving efforts.

Additional Links

• Richmond Grows Seed Lending Library
• Backyard Seed Vault
• Reporter's Notes: Backyard Seed Banks