Seed

For the men’s World Cup, Canada ryegrass seed was exported to Brazil. Why wasn’t it used for the women in Canada?

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At the World Cup in Brazil, the pitches took a beating. But Brazil had a secret to beat that foot traffic and slide tackling — hardy, perennial ryegrass seed from Manitoba, Canada. Why wouldn’t Canada have provided it to its own Women’s World Cup?At the World Cup in Brazil, the pitches took a beating. But Brazil had a secret to beat that foot traffic and slide tackling — hardy, perennial ryegrass seed from Manitoba, Canada. Why wouldn’t Canada have provided it to its own Women’s World Cup?

Growing hope in New Orleans

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Science Note: Best To Be Eaten

The Seed Underground

A Seed Company With Deep Roots

Collecting Seeds From Historical Trees

One man’s quest to collect seeds from trees that witnessed history and sheltered famous Americans.

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Seed Saver

The U.S. government maintains a large stockpile of seeds, to be used if disease threatens the nation’s food supply. But informal networks of farmers are also saving seeds to preserve exotic crop varieties that the government does not. NPR’s Andrea DeLeon (day-lee-OWN) visits one of the country’s biggest seed savers, in central Maine.

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Franklin Tree

The brilliant fall colors of the Franklin Tree inspired two naturalists to collect its seeds and send them to nurseries. Today the tree is extinct from the wild. Does collecting plants and seeds from the wild hasten their demise? Lou Anella comments.

The World

Franklin Tree

The brilliant fall colors of the Franklin Tree inspired two naturalists to collect its seeds and send them to nurseries. Today the tree is extinct from the wild. Does collecting plants and seeds from the wild hasten their demise? Lou Anella comments.

Green Garden Spot: Simple Seedlings

Evelyn Tully Costa’s final installment on organic gardening how-to tips. Tips include remembering to label your seeds, and to keep them moist and warm.