About Appalachian Seed Growers Collective

The Appalachian Seed Growers Collective is a group of regional farmers who are growing regionally adapted and important seed varieties to support our regional farmers and gardeners. Things that are important to us: Regionally Adapted – our seeds have been grown and saved in place for at least three years by farmers in the region. Regionally Important – as a regional seed collective, we are open to growing and stewarding seeds that have regional historic or cultural significance. Seed Grower Community – we want to create community and opportunities for people to become seed growers in Southern Appalachia, including new farmers. Seed Grower Economics – as a collective, we are advocating for better seed contract prices and terms for our collective and sharing the economic risks of growing seeds. Valuing Land and Labor – our internal economics pays growers for their time and land use in growing seeds, not for the quantity of seeds they produce. This eliminates inherent risks in growing seeds and varietal variations in yield, allowing growers to select for quality over quantity.