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OSGC 2025: Weaving Visions of Organic Seed Communities
As the 2025 Organic Seed Growers Conference approaches, we are excited to unveil this year’s theme: “Weaving Visions of Organic Seed Communities.” This theme was inspired by thoughtful discussions with our planning committee, drawing on the diverse threads of the organic seed movement. Each seed steward, grower, and advocate brings a unique perspective and practice to our collective work of cultivating sustainable, regenerative seed and food systems.
Register today for OSGC!
Hello, seed enthusiasts! OSA is thrilled to announce that registration is now open for the 12th Organic Seed Growers Conference, taking place from February 26 to March 1, 2025, in Corvallis, Oregon. This year’s event promises to be our most dynamic yet, as we embrace a hybrid format that combines the best of both worlds – in-person connections and virtual accessibility.
Strengthening Our Roots with Two Returning Team Members
At OSA, our work with seed is constantly growing and evolving. That’s why we’re thrilled to welcome back two passionate faces who will help cultivate our work in exciting new directions. We’re excited to welcome Susana Cabrera-Mariz as our new Research and Education Program Associate in Washington state. Susana’s academic background includes a master’s in anthropology from Iowa State University, exploring the intersection of seed, culture, and public education.
Remembering John Navazio
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. John Navazio, a pioneering plant breeder, gifted educator, and co-founder of Organic Seed Alliance. John left an indelible mark on the organic seed movement through his work breeding beloved vegetable varieties, fostering participatory breeding projects with farmers, generously sharing his knowledge, and inspiring countless seed growers.
Calling All Voices: Submit Proposals for the 2025 Organic Seed Growers Conference
We’re excited to announce the call for proposals for the 2025 Organic Seed Growers Conference! This conference will be offered as a hybrid event with the in-person gathering to be held February 26 – March 2, 2025, at Oregon State University in Corvallis, OR. Virtual components of the conference will be held in Organic Seed Commons. You don’t need to be a researcher or academic to submit a proposal for the conference.
Announcing Early Giving for GiveBIG 2024: Help us raise $20,000
It’s that time of year again – the buzz is in the air as we gear up for GiveBIG 2024. We’re excited to announce the launch of early giving; help us get a jump start on reaching our fundraising goal of $20,000! As part of this fundraising campaign, we invite you to join hands with Organic Seed Alliance in sowing the seeds of equity, abundance, and resilience for the future of organic seeds. What is GiveBIG? GiveBIG is a fundraiser that offers the opportunity to shape collective change.
Funding Awarded to Support Western Organic Flower Seed Production
Organic Seed Alliance is delighted to announce that we have been awarded funding from the Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education grants and education program. This grant will support our project focusing on Western Organic Flower Seed Production, which aims to make a positive change in how flowers are grown, both for their seeds and the cut flower market.
Unearthing the Flavors of CANOVI - CIOA Carrot Trials & Breeding Farm Club
In the world of organic agriculture, the question of better carrots isn’t just about yield—it’s about collaboration amongst farmers, breeders and eaters, reaching for flavors, colors, and other unique traits. The recent webinar hosted by Canadian Organic Vegetable Improvement Project (CANOVI) and Carrot Improvement for Organic Agriculture (CIOA) provided a fascinating glimpse into the collective efforts to enhance organic carrot varieties across Canada and the USA.
Yarrow: A Plant Profile and Seed Historian Report By Katya Wesely
Greetings to all readers, wishing all of you a beautiful year. Now it is early spring, still the cold of the winter is in the memory of our bodies, and in Texas, Oklahoma, Florida, Arkansas, Colorado, Wyoming, Kansas, and Minnesota the wildfires remind us that something is changing in the temperature, in the moisture of the air, in the climate. May these and all fires causing anguish cease.
Rooting into Community: Recap from the 2024 California Organic Seed Summit
This February, California seed growers, seed companies, and other members of the seed community gathered in person and online for the California Organic Seed Summit, held in Ukiah, CA. In its eighth year, the summits have been opportunities to forge community, share practices, and nurture the growth of seed systems in the state and beyond. This year’s summit featured a wide range of presentations and discussions based on the interests of the summit attendees.
OSA Celebrates New Staff Updates
We are delighted to share some exciting news about staff changes here at Organic Seed Alliance. As we continue to grow and evolve in our mission to put the power of seed into the hands of growers, we are thrilled to welcome new members to our team. New Addition to the OSA Family Kiki Efendal, Finance Manager Joining us as our Finance Manager is Kiki Efendal.
Sowing Success: Introducing Our New Executive Director Dr. Laura R. Lewis
Organic Seed Alliance is delighted to introduce Dr. Laura R. Lewis as our new esteemed executive director, bringing with her an impressive 30-year career in agricultural systems worldwide. Before joining OSA, Lewis was a professor at Washington State University (WSU) where she spearheaded the WSU Food Systems Program, seamlessly navigating academic, research, and extension roles.
Introducing OSA's New Strategic Framework
We vision a world where seed grows an equitable, abundant, and resilient future of food. In the spring of 2021, Organic Seed Alliance embarked on a collaborative journey to chart its course for the next phase of growth and impact. This season, as we celebrate our 20th anniversary, we are pleased to unveil our new strategic plan, a roadmap for the next five years. This framework not only guides our organizational development but also reflects our commitment to nurturing the world of organic seeds.
Business Member Spotlight: Mohawk Valley Trading Company
As part of our Business Member Spotlight series, we’re excited to recognize our partnership with the Mohawk Valley Trading Company as a new business member. (Learn more about our business membership program here.) The Mohawk Valley Trading Company is a quality supplier of organic, natural products like raw honey, beeswax candles, maple syrup, maple sugar, natural skin care products, and natural soap.
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As we celebrate 20 incredible years, we want to express our deep appreciation for the steady support that has nourished our journey. To the countless individuals who have generously donated, actively participated, attended our events, or supported us in any other way, thank you for being the heart of our community. Your contributions, whether through financial support, active involvement, or program participation, have been instrumental in our work.
Celebrate our 20th anniversary with a new shirt
Celebrate our 20th anniversary and support our research, education, and advocacy work with our new shirts! This edition features original art designed by Kika MacFarlane. Order an eco-friendly T-shirt or sweatshirt for yourself and the seed lovers in your life, but don’t delay — these shirts are only available until December 4th. Order your shirts today!
Reflections on the summer with OSA from Yufen and Susana
Organic Seed Alliance was lucky to host two wonderful young farmers as field interns on the research farm in Chimacum, Washington this summer. Yufen Chuang and Susana Cabrera-Mariz brought knowledge, experience, and enthusiasm to our field operations and we are so glad they came out to join us! Read below for their reflections on a summer working with seed.
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