Seed saving class


November 6, 2012 · Updated 4:53 PM 

Food Masters presents “Seed Saving for Beginners” class with Wild’s Edge, Doe Bay Garden staff and Cathleen McCluskey of Organic Seed Alliance.

The workshop will be held at Oddfellows Hall on Friday, Nov. 16 from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. There will also be a potluck lunch.

The workshop will include seed saving fundamentals and terminology; techniques for saving annuals, biennials and perennials; hands-on processing of wet and dry seed; information on seed policy and advocacy and educational materials. Bring questions as well as any seeds you’ve saved and would like to share. Bring a dish to share and your own plate and utensils.

The cost is $25. Limited scholarships and/or work-trade available upon inquiry. To register, contact Audrey at garden@doebay.com.

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