What does Truth and Reconciliation mean to Seeds of Diversity?
Canada's relationship with Indigenous peoples is complex and multi-faceted, so here at Seeds of Diversity, we try to see it through a lens of seed-saving, preservation of traditions, and food for everyone. As an organization of seed savers who care about food plants from every culture and every part of the Earth, it means recognizing that the food we all eat mostly exists because of the seed-saving efforts of countless farmers over a thousand generations. We pay particular gratitude for the food plants that were selected and stewarded from their wild relatives by those generations of Indigenous farmers across Turtle Island.
We recognize that many well-known food seeds, such as "Hubbard" squash, or "Chester" bean, were not introduced by the people or places that they are currently named for, but are actually of ancient and Indigenous origin. And we resolve to help reconcile mis-named seed varieties by consulting with Indigenous seed-keepers and encouraging all growers to use names that reflect their seeds' rightful ancestry.
Garlic Bulbils are Available!
We're offering 52 varieties of garlic bulbils to diversify your garden and your meals. Bulbils - not the large bulbs that you're probably used to, but the tiny nuggets that grow in the scapes at the tops of the plants, are a very economical way to collect and grow a vast assortment of garlic varieties!
If you plant bulbils, be prepared to wait for two full years before harvesting fully-grown garlic, but the results should be better than clove-planted garlic, and growing from bulbils makes it possible for us to offer a diverse collection of varieties. Read our article to learn more: How to Grow Garlic From Bulbils
While supplies last, we will send you a good amount (at least 10) of bulbils for 5 different varieties for $15 including shipping and handling. Please order at seeds.ca/store.
We cannot guarantee specific varieties, but if you have a favourite, please ask and we'll do our best to provide what you want.
Looking for Full-size Garlic Bulbs to Plant?
Our Canadian Seed Catalog Index lists all the current information we have about the garlic suppliers in Canada. Check the Index or search our Seed Finder for local garlic suppliers in your area. Please let us know if you find any sources we've missed.
Organic Vegetable Seed Production Course
Are you interested in becoming a successful organic seed producer? Canadian Organic Growers (COG) is proud to offer this comprehensive, intermediate course focused on supporting a new generation of successful, commercial, organic seed producers in Canada.
The course offers 9 weeks of self-guided learning (7 units) and live learning sessions (6 total) from January 11th to March 12th, 2027. Final course assignment is due on March 28th, 2027.
Registration deadline: November 13, 2026
Webinar: Exploring a New Enterprise - Seed Production
Ever wondered what it takes to grow crops for seed? Ecological Farmers Association of Ontario (EFAO) presents this webinar with Kathy of Kitchen Table Seed House for a behind-the-scenes look at starting a seed production enterprise.
Thursday October 8 @ 3:00pm Eastern
Youth in Food Systems Summer Recap
Happy Fall! What better time to reflect on the incredible work of youth leaders taking action this season in Waterloo Region and beyond. So, come with us as we look back on this year's Youth Food Market project, the many people that brought it to life, and more from the program this summer.
Read our 2026 YFS Summer Recap
A big thank you and farewell to our incredible summer staff! Throughout the season, Sage, Luma, Austin, Kiya, and Brennan supported youth working on school gardens and youth food markets, coordinated community connections, and helped bring our youth programs to life.
Behind the Scenes at Seeds of Diversity - Germination tests
One of the most important things we do in our Seed Library collection are germination tests. When seeds age, they lose their ability to germinate (it's called seed viability) and we can't let that happen.
The problem is, there's no way to tell a seed's viability just by looking at it, weighing it, or even by its age. We have to plant a few, and see what happens.
Youth at the Table: How Young People are Shaping the Future of Food Systems
From our Youth in Food Systems blog, we feature the creativity of young gardeners and writers who are learning how to create tomorrow's sustainable food system.
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Behind the Scenes at Seeds of Diversity - Germination tests
Youth at the Table: How Young People are Shaping the Future of Food Systems
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