Not all seed sources are the same. Comparing variety selection, pricing, availability and disease resistance can help gardeners choose the best options for the season.

Seeds cost more every year. Garden centers stack those bright packets near the checkout line like candy, and each spring the cart fills up again. But a thriving garden already holds next year’s supply ...

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Store seeds in envelopes, sealed containers, or plastic bags in a cool, dry, and dark place. To absorb moisture, add silica gel or rice to the seed storage container. Put seeds that require cold ...

Saving seeds from vegetable and ornamental plants allows gardeners the ability to preserve "desirable" traits, ensure availability of favorite plant (vegetable or ornamental) varieties, and save money ...

As you pack away the garden hose, tools and other supplies or transition to your winter garden, do not overlook those leftover seeds. Proper storage can extend their life so you will need to buy fewer ...

PROSPER, N.D. — Peterson Farms Seed, which sells corn and soybean seed across the Dakotas and Minnesota, is expanding its headquarters northwest of Fargo, North Dakota. The expansion near Prosper, ...

Seed storage and processing operators are being pushed ­beyond capacity as the industry continues to expand and yields increase. There are concerns it may force some seed companies to grow their crops ...