Maintaining seed quality has been a subject of study in the Farm Journal Test Plots for many years. Through our program, the plot crew has learned how to handle seed in order to maximize its potential ...

As climate change intensifies and chemically treated crops dominate the market, many farmers are turning to sustainable practices like organic farming and seed preservation. A key part of this shift ...

If you save seeds, you might wonder whether those from last year are still viable. A quick and easy pre-season seed germination test can answer that question. Much depends on how the seeds were ...

If you save seeds, you might wonder whether those from last year are still viable. A quick and easy preseason seed germination test can answer that question. Germination tests can be performed using ...

If you save seeds, you might wonder whether those from last year are still viable. A quick and easy preseason seed germination test can answer that question. Much depends on how the seeds were ...