Some seed corn can germinate and thrive in cold, wet spring soils. Some can’t. The challenge is to know which seed has a high enough germination rate to handle harsh weather conditions before you ...

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 pre-season seed germination test can answer that question. ADVERTISING If you save seeds, you might ...

In 2008, we wrapped up our multi-year plot effort studying seed quality and the impact seed size and shape have on vigor and emergence. The bulk of the data was gathered from replicated plots ...

Scientists study seed samples at the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Seed Regulatory and Testing Division in Gastonia. Federal scientists and botanists are busy protecting the nation's $12 billion ...