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Seed Savers Exchange offers virtual and in-person events throughout the year. Learn from our knowledgeable staff and experienced growers and seed savers in our network, and support our nonprofit mission to save America’s heirloom seeds.

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National Seed Swap Day

Join Seed Savers Exchange to celebrate National Seed Swap Day! Festivities will include community seed swap + seeds from the Seed Savers Exchange seed bank, a presentation on seed saving, and more.

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Start with a Seed

Plant the seeds for a successful summer of gardening. This informative Heritage Farm workshop will walk you through the basics of seed selection, seed starting, and transplanting, as well as offer tips for a successful year of gardening.

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Apple Grafting

Learn to graft your own apple trees through our series of virtual presentations and small-group sessions. Registration includes guidance for caring for your apple trees throughout the year and access to educational videos, recordings of live sessions, and other resources.

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Annual Virtual Conference

In 2025, Seed Savers Exchange’s annual conference will take place over the course of three days in three different months. Join us virtually for inspiring keynote speakers, informational workshops, and a chance to connect with the larger seed community.

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Heirloom Plant Sale

Spring is almost here! Seed Savers Exchange’s Heirloom Plant Sale returns to the Lillian Goldman Visitors Center at Heritage Farm in Decorah, 10 AM to 5 PM.

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50th Anniversary Celebration

Seed Savers Exchange turns 50 in 2025! Join us onsite at Heritage Farm to celebrate half a century of mission-driven preservation of America’s diverse and endangered garden and crop legacy. Activities will include speakers, farm tours, workshops, a seed swap, and live music.

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Tomato Tasting

Back by popular demand Seed Savers Exchange is pleased to announce the return of the tomato tasting event. Celebrate the joy and benefits of crop biodiversity and vote for your favorite tomato. 

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Orchard Tour and Apple Tasting

Tour our historic Heritage Orchard, taste apples while learning their history, and stick around for an apple-pressing demonstration. This all-ages event is sure to be a hit!

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Seed School

Virtual Seed School Registration for the 2024 virtual seed school series is now closed. Seed School is offered annually in the fall. If you want to be one of the…

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