The word “heirloom” likely conjures an image of the past, and when it comes to growing food, the implication is mostly accurate. But while some try to define heirloom cultivars by age — at least 50 ...

Choosing the right heirloom seed supplier can make or break your gardening season. From rare varieties to high germination rates, trusted companies offer quality you can rely on. Knowing where to buy ...

In the past century, there has been a seventy-five percent decline in agricultural biodiversity. When we fail to prioritize biodiversity, we risk erasing cultural diversity as well. Gabrielle Puglisi ...

Mankind has saved plant seeds for thousands of years. Jerome Feaster, of northwest Marion County, can trace the saving of seeds from his family's mustard greens for almost a century. And, now, he's ...

Frederick M. Wiseman has gone down many paths to track down heirloom crops grown by New England’s indigenous peoples. Wiseman, an Abenaki native and retired professor of humanities at Johnson State ...

Green Zebras, Mexico Midgets, and Wapsipinicon Peaches all have something in common—and it’s not just their bizarre names. Each is a type of heritage tomato. And they’re all raised by Raechel Murphy, ...

Why is seed saving important? Saving seeds can help gardeners save money, grow better crops and become more self-reliant. Learn how to save heirloom seeds. When you save your own seeds, you are ...

"Our heirloom seed program is more than just agriculture; it's about preserving our Cherokee heritage and connecting our people to the land our ancestors cultivated," said Cherokee Nation Principal ...

The Fish Pepper was used by black chefs in Baltimore oyster houses to spice up a white sauce. A white Cushaw pumpkin was once a staple squash in the American south. As the dark days of winter settle ...

Preview the new Journey Proud special on Alabama gardeners preserving seeds for the future. Preview the new Journey Proud special on Alabama gardeners preserving seeds for the future. Premiering ...