Raise your hand if at this time of year you have walked out into the garage or wherever you have stored your seed stash from the previous year or years, and wondered, "Hmmmm, are these seeds any good?

What is more disappointing than going to last year’s inventory of seed, planting those that look fine but then none germinate. Viability tests of saved seed are simple measures that can be conducted ...

As an experienced gardener and goat farmer, I’ve learned that frugality and resourcefulness are key to successful homesteading. One area where this principle applies perfectly is in the use of garden ...

Growing plants from seed is a fun way to participate in the whole lifecycle. Seed companies grow plants and then collect and dry the seeds to sell. Some seeds can last for a couple of years, while ...