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DESCRIPTION:Learn to grow seed and steward heirlooms at this class for West Coast 
 gardeners and farmers. Although some background in seed saving is 
 recommended, this is a great chance to learn about seed and connect with 
 other seed savers in your region even for beginners. \n\nThis workshop will 
 cover basic and advanced seed concepts including timing of planting, ideal 
 population sizes, preventing cross-pollination, selecting for improved 
 varieties, seed maturation, seed harvest, and seed cleaning. The workshop 
 will also cover hand-pollination and other specific techniques for saving 
 seed from more difficult crops. \n\nAbout the teacher: Jared Zystro is the 
 California Research and Education Specialist for Organic Seed Alliance 
 \n(http://seedalliance.org). He has worked in the organic seed industry for 
 over 7 years and has an M.S. in Plant Breeding and Plant Genetics. Organic 
 Seed Alliance supports the ethical development and stewardship of the 
 genetic resources of agricultural seed through collaborative education, 
 advisory services, and research programs with organic farmers and other 
 seed professionals. \n\nSpecify when registering if ASL interpretation is 
 requested, (at least 10 working days in 
 advance).\n\nCost:	Free.\nInfo:	510-548-2220 x233, 
 register@ecologycenter.org\nWheelchair accessible.\n 
 https://www.indybay.org/newsitems/2011/09/22/18691061.php
SUMMARY:Advanced Seed Saving for Farmers and Gardeners
LOCATION:Ecology Center, 2530 San Pablo Ave, near Dwight Way, Berkeley
URL:https://www.indybay.org/newsitems/2011/09/22/18691061.php
DTSTART:20111005T013000Z
DTEND:20111005T033000Z
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